Welcome to the companion website for

A Concise American History.


Expertly steering readers through the often tumultuous and exhilarating history of the United States, from its early modern Native American roots to twenty-first century neoliberalism and the shifting political climate of the past decade, this highly readable textbook provides a compelling overview of American development over the last five centuries. Clearly and engagingly written and positioning America’s narrative within the wider global context, this textbook is particularly accessible for non-U.S. students and is the perfect introduction for those new to U.S. history.

This website will provide you with additional tools to master the concepts and terminology covered in A Concise American History.

What you will find on this website:

  • An interactive timeline spanning the period covered by the textbook
  • Multiple-choice quizzes for each chapter
  • Flashcards to test your knowledge of key terms
  • Additional discussion questions
  • Useful links to supporting web resources and videos.