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The Best American History Book in the World: All The Information You Need To Know Without All The Stuff That Will Put You To Sleep | 
| Author: Eric Burnett
Publisher: iUniverse, Inc.
Category: Book
List Price: $25.95
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Rating:  6 reviews
Sales Rank: 606392
Media: Paperback
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Pages: 383
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.9
ISBN: 0595284795
Dewey Decimal Number: 973
EAN: 9780595284795
ASIN: 0595284795
Publication Date: July 20, 2003
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If you only have enough money to buy one book about American history, this better be that book. Whether you're a confused student, a stressed teacher or just a regular yahoo wanting to finally understand the history of the United States, your search for knowledge needs go no further. Want to know who was the true first president of the United States? Curious about what those early Jamestowners dug their teeth into when the food ran out? Wonder why Israel and the Palestinians just can't seem to get along? It's all in here. Written and edited by top students at one of the most respected high schools, The Best American History Book in the World is packed full of valuable charts, original illustrations, and clear summaries that will help you become a U.S. history expert.All royalties from the sale of this book will be given to a student chosen charity dedicated to improving the health and welfare of children.
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 The Worst American History Book in the World October 3, 2005
Steven Mason (California)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Sorry to rain on the parade, but somebody's got to tell the truth about this book. It's written by a bunch of high school students, and it shows. The high school history teacher, Eric Burnett, did not even bother editing this book; there are countless annoying grammar and factual errors. Perhaps Mr. Burnett simply asked his students' permission to publish their history homework essays. What's next? High school music teachers selling CDs of recorded band performances, or drama teachers selling DVDs of high school Shakespeare productions? The student writers are obviously enthused about the material, which is great, but they are simply too glib to make this book of any real use to anybody, except as an example of bad history writing. Here's a sample: "His wife died in 1480 in childbirth, which was very sad and depressing for our friend Columbus so he decided to make himself rich and famous and go find the Indies." If you're looking for a fun and readable history of America aimed at younger students, take a look at Joy Hakim's "A History of US."
In fairness I should point out Mr. Burnett's claim that all royalties from the sale of this book go to charity, and I applaud him for that. But he would sell more books and raise more money if it were better written!
 A Masterpiece November 4, 2003
J-Rod (Texas)
3 out of 5 found this review helpful
This book is INCREDIBLE. I had a C in US History, and after purchasing this book, it jumped up to a B+ in a matter of weeks. This book is an excellent resource. It contains information that helps even the worst of students. What i like most about it is it's layout and the text. It is so easy to read! If you don't have this book, your US History class is lacking something: INTELLIGENCE. Buy it now!
"Ten! I give it a ten!" Billy Bob from Varsity Blues August 19, 2003
Jake Emerson (SINGAPORE)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Original artwork, creative (yet corny) titles and headings, but most importantly it is written by High School students. It's great for all you non-geriatrics out there that are struggling through the reading of your incredibly boring textbooks. It is written in [common] man terms, but it is still packed with all the facts you need to know about the creation of our great nation.
"Ten! I give it a ten!" Billy Bob from Varsity Blues August 19, 2003
Jake Emerson (SINGAPORE)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Original artwork, creative (yet corny) titles and headings, but most importantly it is written by High School students. It's great for all you non-geriatrics out there that are struggling through the reading of your incredibly boring textbooks. It is written in lay man terms, but it is still packed with all the facts you need to know about the creation of our great nation.
The Best Book I'll Ever Have on My Shelf August 3, 2003
Eric Burnett (San Jose, California)
3 out of 5 found this review helpful
Now...I know I'm a bit partial because it is my name at the bottom of the book, but I really can't imagine a more useful, student/teacher friendly U.S. History book. Every year I've taught U.S. History I always had to pull from a ton of different sources to find out the information I wanted to teach. But not anymore. We put it all right in here. The summary charts give exactly the right amount of info. The pictures were done by some extremely gifted artists. And the wording is entertaining and you won't need a dictionary in your lap to understand what's being explained. There are parts that are gross, parts that are funny, and parts that might be just a bit controversial. But I guarantee, it has everything you'll need to understand American history from those first fellas that crossed the Bering Strait to America's recent war with Iraq. So...buy a copy. Buy two. Heck...buy 47. And if you think it's inappropriate for an author to be tooting his own horn, just remember that none of us receive a dime for this book. Every last bit of the book royalties we'll be donating to a children's charity. Enjoy!!! Eric Burnett
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