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Lies My Teacher Told Me: Everything Your American History Textbook Got Wrong by James W. Loewen
5.0
This was an eye-opening and enlightening read that challenged conventional narratives in American history and addressed how we are taught history as students in the United States. This was beautifully researched and also offers a refreshing (but nuanced) perspective on a number of historical events.
Perhaps most importantly, this book is accessible, making complex historical issues understandable and compelling. It brings to light the shortcomings of traditional textbook publishing and while I was aware of the sad state of history education in the US, I was shocked to learn how deep the problems run.
Audiobook narration: 4/5
Perhaps most importantly, this book is accessible, making complex historical issues understandable and compelling. It brings to light the shortcomings of traditional textbook publishing and while I was aware of the sad state of history education in the US, I was shocked to learn how deep the problems run.
Audiobook narration: 4/5