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# Stories that Shaped a Nation
- URL: https://www.cascadepbs.org/show/book-view-now/episode/explore-the-america250-reading-list-a-journey-through-stories-that-shaped-a-nation-this-independence-day-pbs-books-gqriip/
- Published: 2025-07-09T16:30:56.000Z
- Updated: 2026-06-20T07:30:18.000Z
- Description: This Independence Day, PBS Books is proud to present the America250 Reading List
- Author: Cascade PBS Staff
- Tags: PBS Books, Season 2025, Episode 34, #ZZZ_Episode_9d4c7a47-7322-44ce-a994-0df61dfeabb8, #episode, #ZZZ_Show_2273b84e-9ef7-4271-b060-f7e98373b6f9, #v1.16

This Independence Day, PBS Books is proud to present the America250 Reading List—a curated literary journey that celebrates the path to American freedom and commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776\. As our nation prepares to mark 250 years of independence, we invite readers of all ages to reflect on the people, events, and ideals that forged the United States.