Summary: Jon Meacham's The Soul of America

Readers of Jon Meacham's The Soul of America: The Battle for Our Better Angels seeking engagement for all reading groups can gain further insight with this essential resource as a guide to aid your discussions.

The Soul of America is a fascinating book, looking at the history of America, following events that have mapped out the destiny of the country. Jon Meacham, a well-qualified historian, starts his book by reminding America of the words spoken by Abraham Lincoln. “Swell the chorus of the Union’ until the nation was touched, ‘by better angels of our nature.’ This book, ‘The Soul of America. The Battle for our better angels.’ Will put you in touch with how mistakes from the past were overcome, despite fear and adversity. Learning from history is Jon Meacham’s way of reconciling the past with the present and leading into the future.

In this comprehensive look into Jon Meacham's The Soul of America: The Battle for Our Better Angels, you'll be equipped to prepare with the following:

Discussion aid which includes a wealth of prompts and information

Overall plot synopsis and author biography

Thought-provoking discussion questions for a deeper examination

Creative exercises to foster alternate “if this was you” discussions

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Note to readers: This is a companion guide based on Jon Meacham's The Soul of America: The Battle for Our Better Angels This is meant to enhance and aid your reading experience, not to replace it. We strongly encourage you to purchase the original book before purchasing this unofficial companion guide.