Douglas Egerton

Douglas Egerton

5 books

About the Author

Douglas Egerton is a distinguished historian and professor emeritus at Le Moyne College, where he has dedicated his career to illuminating the complexities of American history through rigorous scholarship and engaging narrative. Specializing in the post-Civil War era, Egerton explores themes of reconstruction, race, and social transformation with a keen eye for the human stories that shaped the nation. His acclaimed work, Making America: A History of the United States, Volume 2: Since 1865, Brief, offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of the United States from the end of the Civil War to the present, blending political, economic, and cultural perspectives to make history accessible to students and general readers alike. Egerton's writing bridges academic depth with readability, earning praise for its clarity and insight into America's evolving identity.

Writing style
scholarly narrative-driven accessible

Books by Douglas Egerton