With the tragic events of September 11th and the "war on terrorism" as a backdrop, Howard Zinn explores the spectrum of American expansion, unraveling the thread of History from the brutal massacre of Native Americans at Wounded Knee in 1890 to the recent events in Iraq. His narrative, surpassing national myths and stereotypes of official historiography, balances between globally significant events and the stories of ordinary people that reveal hidden aspects and backstage scenes that shaped the destiny of nations.

In a parallel trajectory, we follow Zinn's personal journey, from his childhood in the slums of Brooklyn to his recognition as a leading historian, charismatic teacher, and political activist actively participating in the major social struggles of the 20th century.

With a wide variety of visual material - from sketches, photographs, and maps to newspaper clippings, archival material, and political cartoons - the book offers a unique history lesson in an impressive contemporary format.

"The exceptional work 'A People's History of the United States' may not be the obvious choice for a comic. After all, subjects such as slavery, the Mexican-American War, and the Great Depression of 1929 are not funny. But even this edition of Zinn's bestseller is anything but a laughing matter."
("Boston Globe")

"The dark side of American independence presented through a modern medium - the ugliness of the American empire, which tramples on cultures, countries, and dissenters. But Zinn ends with hope: 'Human history is not just a history of cruelty. It is also a history of compassion, sacrifice, courage, and kindness.'"
("Library Journal")