Rebels and Renegades : A Chronology of Social and Political Dissent in the United States

Rebels and Renegades examines 350 years of history through the eyes of the uncompromising. Presented in nine clearly written chronological chapters, this comprehensive reference covers the major events and personalities in the history of extremism in the U.S. Besides chronicling the event itself, entries, ranging from 500 to 1000 words, include background information and historic effects. In addition to the chronology, sidebars highlight historical, biographical, cultural, and ethical aspects of the story, tying the past to the present. Topics include the influence of radical idea on the mainstream, the role of violence in radicalism, and the evolving relationship between radicals and the media. An extensive appendix of excerpts, transcripts, and full source documents round out the work. To see the Introduction, a list of detailed contents, a generous selection of sample pages, and more, visit the Rebels and Renegades website. "In nine chronological chapters, Rebels and Renegades covers the major events and personalities in the history of radicalism and extremism in the United States. Starting with the arrival of the Pilgrims in Plymouth in 1620 and ending with the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the work spans the spectrum of sociopolitical dissent, from the extreme right to the extreme left - with all shades in between."--BOOK JACKET. Colonization and settlement Revolution and nation building Expansion and reform Civil War and Reconstruction Industrialization and the Progressive Era World War I and the Roaring Twenties The Great Depression and World War II era Postwar United States Contemporary United States. This scholarly work investigates 350 years of history through the eyes of the uncompromising, covering the major events and personalities in the history of dissent in the United States.