Lies My Teacher Told Me: Everything...
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This updated and revised edition of the American Book Award-winner and national bestseller revitalizes the truth of America s history, explores how myths continue to be perpetrate…
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Lies My Teacher Told Me by James W. Loewen is a groundbreaking critique of American history textbooks, revealing how they distort facts and perpetuate myths. This revised edition includes a new chapter on 9/11 and the Iraq War. It's essential reading for anyone seeking a more honest and engaging understanding of America's past.
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About Lies My Teacher Told Me: Everything...
In Lies My Teacher Told Me, James W. Loewen surveys eighteen leading high school American history textbooks and finds them riddled with blind patriotism, misinformation, and outright lies. He argues that these books omit the ambiguity, passion, and conflict that make history compelling, resulting in students who are bored and misinformed. This revised edition updates the analysis and adds a chapter on the myths surrounding 9/11 and the Iraq War. Loewen tackles topics from Columbus's voyages to the true nature of national leaders, restoring vitality and relevance to the American story. Thought-provoking and nonpartisan, this classic work empowers readers to question what they were taught and to seek a more accurate, nuanced understanding of their country's history.
Who should read Lies My Teacher Told Me: Everything...?
This book is essential for high school and college students, history teachers, and anyone who wants to understand how American history is taught and distorted. It's also valuable for parents concerned about their children's education, history buffs seeking a more truthful account, and citizens who want to critically engage with national myths. Readers who appreciate investigative journalism and myth-busting will find it compelling.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Exposes widespread misinformation in American history textbooks
- ✓ Engaging and accessible writing style that makes history interesting
- ✓ Includes updated material and a new chapter on 9/11 and the Iraq War
- ✓ Encourages critical thinking and questioning of authority
- ✓ Well-researched with concrete examples from eighteen textbooks
Cons
- ✗ Some readers may find the critique of American heroes unsettling
- ✗ Focuses heavily on problems without always offering solutions
- ✗ Can be repetitive in its criticism of textbooks
- ✗ May be seen as politically biased by some, despite claims of nonpartisanship
- ✗ The updated chapter on 9/11 and Iraq War may feel dated to some readers
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Frequently asked questions
Is this book appropriate for high school students?
Yes, it is often used in high school and college courses to encourage critical thinking about history. Parents and teachers may want to discuss its content with younger readers.
What is new in this revised edition?
This edition includes updated material throughout and a new chapter on the myths surrounding 9/11 and the Iraq War.
Does the author have a political agenda?
Loewen aims to be nonpartisan, critiquing both liberal and conservative myths. His goal is to promote accurate history, not a political viewpoint.
Is this book only about textbooks?
While it focuses on textbooks, it also examines broader cultural myths and how they shape Americans' understanding of their history.
How does this book help teachers?
It provides teachers with insights into the flaws of standard textbooks and encourages them to supplement with more accurate and engaging materials.
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