A Different Mirror: A History of Multicultural America Free Audiobook Download by Ronald Takaki


In this collection of histories of the United States, Ronald Takaki looks at different aspects of America's history, from family life to politics. He focuses on the theme that America has been a nation which is constantly changing and evolving in an attempt to survive. The text is enriched with personal narratives and quotations by many influential people in American history such as Frederick Douglass, Susan B. Anthony and Martin Luther King Jr.

In the late 1960s, a new burst of activity from one of America's most distinguished historians began with a lecture before an audience in Berkeley. In the time since then, Ronald Takaki has published fourteen books, including "A Different Mirror: A History of Multicultural America" and "Hispanics & The United States." In A Different Mirror, he offers a history of multicultural America that is both broad in scope and deeply personal. He takes listeners on a journey from colonization to the present day, placing his own experiences and those of his friends along the way.

A Different Mirror: A History of Multicultural America is a groundbreaking examination and celebration of the history of America's diverse immigrant population. It traces the story from the first arrivals to our country's origins, and continues with a long-awaited look at the brave quiltings of immigrants from Asia, Latin America, Europe and beyond.

This book explores the history of America, through a series of stories that touch on the many different ethnic groups who have come to the US, their experiences, and how they've contributed to American society.

Ronald Takaki's book is not just a history of multicultural America. He covers the beginnings and the evolution of cultures in America and how they have affected every facet of American life. It's a must read for anyone interested in understanding what multiculturalism means today.

"This is a history of multicultural America, and its teachings as told by historians, philosophers and poets. It starts from the moment of European arrival in North America up to the present day. This is a journey through time, showing how the new world has been shaped by cultures that have come to live together."

Published Date 2011-03-31
Duration 19 hours 30 minutes
Author Ronald Takaki
Narrated Peter Berkrot
Reviews
(29 Reviews)
Abridged No
Is It Free? 30-days Free
Category Non-Fiction
Parent Category Social Science, North America, World

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