David M Rubenstein
Author
Language
English
Description
"In this lively collection of conversations--the third in a series from David Rubenstein--some of our nations' greatest minds explore the inspiring story of America as a grand experiment in democracy, culture, innovation, and ideas. -Jill Lepore on the promise of America -Madeleine Albright on the American immigrant -Ken Burns on war -Henry Louis Gates Jr. on reconstruction -Elaine Weiss on suffrage -John Meacham on civil rights -Walter Isaacson on...
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Examine the history of America through some of its most iconic symbols, objects, and places, diving deep into each symbol's history and how its meaning has changed over time using them as a gateway to understanding America's past and present. From flags and statues to revered landmarks, people live alongside and interact with history every day.