A History of US: Book 8: An Age of Extremes

Technology booms with the invention of trains, telephones, electric lights, and much more. For millions of immigrant workers, it is a time of struggle, with adults and children alike working long hours under extreme, dangerous conditions while the disparity between the rich and the poor grows. Then the United States steps back onto the world stage as it enters the bloody battlefields of Europe in World War I.

Though not from a biblical worldview, this series provides excellent factual information about the period, including quotations from eyewitnesses. The book contains maps, beautiful artwork, and high-quality photos that keep students engaged. The margins provide interesting notes and vocabulary words that aid the student's comprehension and give context for the time. This book draws students' interest like no other history textbook we've seen. Highly recommended.