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“The creation of the United States of America is the greatest of all human adventures,” begins Paul Johnson’s remarkable reassessment of American history. And A History of the American People is a breathtakingly comprehensive overview of this remarkable adventure. Johnson is sometimes controversial and always provocative, providing new insights into the politics, business, arts and society of the country, along with the men and women who shaped its unique character.

This extraordinary portrait celebrates a nation that has grown from rudimentary settlement to economic and military superpower, and looks forward to a positive future. As Johnson says: “Looking back on its past, and forward to its future, the auguries are that it will not disappoint humanity.”

Paul Johnson has written many books, including Creators, George Washington, Modern Times, and Art: A New History. He contributes a weekly essay to the Spectator and a monthly column to Forbes. He lives in London, England, and lectures all over the world.

“As majestic in its scope as the country it celebrates. His theme is the men and women, prominent and unknown, whose energy, vision, courage and confidence shaped a great nation. It is a compelling antidote to those who regard the future with pessimism.” — Henry A. Kissinger