Professor Brinkley compares the presidencies of Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow Wilson—the Warrior and the Minister—in the first decades of the 20th century. Professor Miller discusses American socialism, Eugene Debs, international communism, and the roots of the Cold War with Professor Brinkley.
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.
