Over 50 books published in the 1970's and 1980's which deal with various aspects of U.S. history are described. The annotated listing is organized by the following categories: (1) the colonial period, (2) the revolutionary era, (3) 1800-1860, (4) Civil War and reconstruction, (5) the modernization of America, (6) war and peace; and (7) the cold war era. In addition to the brief description, the author, title, publisher, and publication date are provided. (RM)