Summary:
The book presents an alternative perspective on American history, focusing on the struggles and viewpoints of the working class, women, African Americans, and Native Americans. It challenges traditional narratives by highlighting the impact of these groups and their resistance to oppression throughout the nation's past.
Key points:
1. Class Struggle: Zinn highlights the ongoing power and wealth manipulation by the elite at the expense of the working class throughout American history.
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