Expanding upon the standard glossaries found in history survey textbooks, The Bedford Glossary for U.S. History offers historically contextualized definitions for hundreds of terms — from abolition to zoot suit — that students will encounter in lectures, reading, and exams.
Accessible, affordable, and portable. Arranged alphabetically and cross-referenced for easy use, The Bedford Glossary for U.S. History is pocket-sized and inexpensive ($11 net, or free when packaged with a Bedford survey text), making it the perfect reference for students on the go and on a budget.
Historical context aids student comprehension. Definitions provide a time frame and give concrete examples, helping students grasp the meaning of a term and comprehend its historical importance.
Encompasses terms from social, political, economic, intellectual, cultural, and legal history — and defines historical periods as well. Examples include artisan and baby boomer; Federalist Party and Whig Party; liberalism and Social Darwinism; Great Awakening and Harlem Renaissance; and Brown v. Board of Education and Roe v. Wade — all clearly explained in one brief and handy resource.