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144 pp.
| Twenty-First Century
| September, 2009
|
LibraryISBN 978-0-7613-2832-2$38.60
(3)
YA
Decades of Twentieth-Century America series.
Supported by a variety of primary sources, these histories highlight the political events that shaped each decade in addition to the social and cultural accomplishments and influences of the times. Because so much is covered, the text makes occasional generalizations. However, the presentation is clear, with many archival photographs and sidebars providing additional historical context. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., ind. Review covers these Decades of Twentieth-Century America titles: America in the 1900s, America in the 1930s, America in the 1960s, and America in the 1970s.
144 pp.
| Twenty-First Century
| September, 2009
|
LibraryISBN 978-0-7613-3453-8$38.60
(3)
YA
Decades of Twentieth-Century America series.
Supported by a variety of primary sources, these histories highlight the political events that shaped each decade in addition to the social and cultural accomplishments and influences of the times. Because so much is covered, the text makes occasional generalizations. However, the presentation is clear, with many archival photographs and sidebars providing additional historical context. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., ind. Review covers these Decades of Twentieth-Century America titles: America in the 1900s, America in the 1930s, America in the 1960s, and America in the 1970s.
(4)
YA
Encyclopedia-quality prose reviews a single decade in American life. The volume succinctly examines serious issues such as the Korean War, the burgeoning civil rights movement, and the Cold War, but also touches on entertainment (television, movies, theater, and music) and presents an overview of sports throughout the 1950s. The accompanying photos are, fittingly, in black and white. A timeline is included. Bib., ind.
(4)
YA
This matter-of-fact, to-the-point account summarizes the highlights of the interconnected history of the two nations and discusses various aspects--cultural, social, political, and military--of their long relationship. Students will find information but not much style in the prose. A map of Great Britain, seven chapter-opening photos, and a time line are included. Bib., ind.