Updated for 2013, readers can easily relive the course of American history through a detailed timeline, more than 50 vivid photographs and illustrations, information about each president's term in office, and the major political issues of each era.

Todd Davis received his BA in history from the University of Washington, his MA in history from Ohio University, and his PhD at Temple University. He lives in New York City.

Marc Frey received his BA in history from Duke University, and both his MA and his PhD in History from Temple University. He lives in Potomac, MD.