We look into why the years between 1815 and 1848 were such a tumultuous time in American history – and how the country dealt with controversies over slavery, capitalism, and urbanization. Historian and literary critic David S. Reynolds is the author of Waking Giant.

Event:
David Reynolds will be reading and signing books
Thurs. Oct. 2 at 7 pm
Upper West Side Barnes & Noble
2289 Broadway