NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A groundbreaking history of 175 years of American education that brings the lessons of the past to bear on the dilemmas we face to

An incisive overview of the current debate over the teaching of history in American schools examines the setting of controversial standards for history educatio

Criticizes the way history is presented in current textbooks, and suggests a more accurate approach to teaching American history.

The inspiring, true coming-of-age story of a ferociously determined young man who, armed only with his intellect and his willpower, fights his way out of despai

Discusses how school choice, misapplied standards of accountability, the No Child Left Behind mandate, and the use of a corporate model have all led to a declin