"The Flowering of New England" is a historical narrative that explores the cultural and intellectual development of New England from 1815 to 1865. It delves into the lives and works of prominent figures of the period, their influences, relationships, and the social and political contexts that shaped their ideas. The book presents a rich tapestry of the literary and artistic scene of the era, capturing the essence of New England's intellectual flowering and its impact on American culture.

This book is a comprehensive exploration of the intellectual history of America, tracing the development of thought and philosophy from the Puritan era to the mid-twentieth century. It examines the evolution of American intellectual life, providing a detailed look at significant thinkers, their ideas, and the cultural context in which they emerged. The book also underscores the influence of European thought on American intellectualism, highlighting the tensions and synergies between the two.

"People of Paradox" is an in-depth study of American culture and the inherent contradictions within it. The book explores the paradoxes that exist in various aspects of American life, including politics, art, and social behavior. It offers a historical perspective, tracing these contradictions from the time of the country's founding to the present day. The author provides a thought-provoking analysis of how these paradoxes have shaped the national identity and continue to influence American society.

"The Americans: The Democratic Experience" delves into the social, political, and cultural evolution of America, focusing on the period from the end of the Civil War to the early 20th century. The book explores the impact of the democratic experience on various aspects of American life, including business, technology, and the arts. It also examines how the democratic experience shaped American identity and values, and influenced the country's growth and development.

"The Growth of American Thought" is a comprehensive historical analysis of the development of intellectual and social ideologies in the United States, from colonial times to the mid-20th century. The book explores how various factors, including political, economic, and social changes, influenced the evolution of American thought and culture. It provides a detailed examination of the ideas that shaped the nation, the thinkers behind them, and the impact these ideas had on the country's growth and development.

"The Transformation of Virginia, 1740-1790" explores the social, cultural, and political changes in Virginia during the second half of the 18th century. The book provides a detailed account of how the state evolved from a British colony with a rigid social hierarchy and an economy based on tobacco farming and slavery, to a more democratic society with a more diversified economy. It also examines the impact of the American Revolution on Virginia, including the disestablishment of the Anglican Church, the end of primogeniture, and the gradual abolition of slavery.