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James Loewen
Historian & Critic of Textbook Bias
Author of “Lies My Teacher Told Me”
Author of “Lies My Teacher Told Me”
About James Loewen
An American sociologist, historian, and author, most noted for his 1995 book, 'Lies My Teacher Told Me: Everything Your American History Textbook Got Wrong'.
Major Works
- Lies My Teacher Told Me (1995): Critiques how U.S. history textbooks distort or omit important facts.
- Lies Across America (1999): Examines historical markers and monuments for misinformation.
- Teaching What Really Happened (2010): Guides educators in honest historical instruction.
Key Ideas About Textbooks
Textbooks often omit uncomfortable truths about slavery, racism, and inequality in US history.
Textbooks encourage a “feel-good” narrative, promoting myths rather than critical thinking.
Loewen advocated for honest, nuanced history teaching that empowers students to question and analyze.
Suggested Reading
Discover more: James Loewen’s Official Page
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