The making of money pits laborers against the forces of capital as the twentieth century opens. Professor Miller introduces the miner as the quintessential laborer of the period -- working under grinding conditions, organizing into unions, and making a stand against the reigning money man of the day, J. Pierpont Morgan.
A Biography of America presents history as a living narrative, showing how historical figures affected events and the subsequent impact on citizens' lives. In this 26-part series, prominent historians present America's story as something that must be viewed and debated from a variety of perspectives in order to be truly understood. Their thought-provoking debates and lectures - using first-person narratives, photos, film footage, and documents – are designed to pique viewers' interest and encourage critical thinking about the forces that have shaped America.
