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The clear exposition of the main ideas and the simple and agile notation the author uses help facilitate the comprehension of the different concepts presented. [] This book is highly recommendable due to the insight it gives into the field of quantum field theories, providing a sound basis for further research. (Journal of Statistical Physics )
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The clear exposition of the main ideas and the simple and agile notation the author uses help facilitate the comprehension of the different concepts presented. [] This book is highly recommendable due to the insight it gives into the field of quantum field theories, providing a sound basis for further research. Journal of Statistical Physics
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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As a third year student of history, I have done several modules on American history, including the colonial period, the struggle for Independence, the American Civil War,and 20th century American history, including the Presidential terms of Franklin D. Roosevelt,Dwight D. Eisenhower, Lyndon B. Johnson and Richard M. Nixon, for every module I have had a companion, and that is Maldwyn Jones' Limits of Liberty. Recommended in my first year by my course leader, this is essentially a text book. Jones does not go into significant depths with his book, he provides the facts,he tells what happened and tells the reader why. He does not offer controversial analysis, because this is not what the book is intended to provide, Jones has the task of educating the reader, providing an introduction to all aspects of general American history between 1607 and 1992. Utilising the book, the reader will obtain a good understanding of each area, which is nicely broken down into separate sections, helping the reader in terms of making it easy to read. Focused on the student, and the newcomer, not the expert, The Limits of Liberty provides an excellent starting ground for anyone who is new to general American history.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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Jones' book is one that everyone must read if they are to begin the study of american history. It is a comprehensive text with a broad range of subjects and topics that deals with the specifics of each as well as a broad overview. It is detailed enough as to be concise yet it does not overload you with unecessary information. It provides an objective look at american involvement in various conflicts and international affairs. An excellent narrative and analysis of the american history that encompasses nearly 400 years. A must for students and enthusiasts alike!
4 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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I stumbled across this book only after having delighted in Bonney's European Dynastic States. Jones' narrative and analysis of the general trends in American history in this publication is concise yet informative, covering things in just enough detail to get a feel for each period, and broad enough to allow easy comprehension of the story as a whole. I strongly recommend this book as a survey both as an introduction for those with academic intentions as well as human interest reading. Another great book in the Oxford History of the Modern World series.
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Too many stats and not enough depth
I was not overly impressed with this. It's hard to get a one volume history of the USA, they don't even have them available in the USA. Read more
Published on 28 Jun 2007 by J. Powell
Great One-Volume History of USA
This is the best one volume history of the United States I have read. The other two I have read are those by Hugh Brogan and Howard Zinn. Read more
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