In “A People’s History of the United States,” Howard Zinn presents an alternative narrative of American history, shifting focus from elite perspectives to the experiences and struggles of marginalized groups, including Native Americans, African Americans, women, laborers, and immigrants. Spanning from Columbus’ arrival to the 1970s, Zinn’s account challenges traditional notions of American exceptionalism, revealing a history marked by colonialism, slavery, class struggle, imperialism, and resistance. By amplifying the voices of ordinary people and highlighting the interplay between social movements and power structures, Zinn’s work offers a nuanced and provocative critique of the United States’ past, emphasizing the ongoing struggle for justice, equality, and human rights that continues to shape the nation’s present.