The American Pageant

The American Pageant, 17th Edition, by David Kennedy, is a history textbook published by Cengage Learning that covers the full span of American history. The volume provides structured coverage designed to help students understand major periods in American history from early foundations through modern developments.

The material presents major periods in American history alongside introductions to key historical figures who influenced critical events. Excerpts from primary sources are integrated throughout the text, allowing readers to analyze foundational documents alongside historical narrative.

Structural support features include clear part openers that establish broad context and chapter-ending chronologies that map out chronological sequences. These built-in instructional elements support structured coursework in academic history settings.