Items related to Democracy's Children: The Young Rebels of the 1960s...
Democracy's Children: The Young Rebels of the 1960s and the Power of Ideals (Vietnam: America in the War Years) - Hardcover
They burned bras, draft cards, and even the American flag. But what drove a group of young Americans to democratic revolution in the tumultuous years of the 1960s, and what made them think they could win? In this book, Edward K. Spann looks at the motivations and values of the young rebels of the 1960s. He links their fight for equality for African Americans, women, and other marginalized groups to the democratic values of their World War II-era parents. Spann provides a cultural portrait of who the rebels were, what they thought, what they did, and what became of them after they crossed that magical divide of age thirty. Democracy's Children will fascinate readers with its colorful depictions of the individuals, events, and drama of the 1960s.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review:
In this cogent, sprightly, and provocative volume, Spann assesses the influence of the middle-class baby boomers born in the 1940s and argues persuasively that this subgeneration of democracy's children was a 'special breed with a special purpose.'--Joseph A. Fry, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Detailing the demographic changes and currents of popular culture in the United States following World War II, Spann provides an accessible, intriguing overview with which to interpret the rise of the 1960s protest generation.--Kenneth J. Heineman, Ohio University-Lancaster
Democracy's Children addresses a broad range of topics in its concise coverage of the sixties generation. It challenges some of the prevailing stereotypes and reveals added complexity in the experiences of young people during that controversial era.--Mitchell Hall, Central Michigan University, author of Because of Their Faith
A compact yet marvelously detailed synthesis.--Kathryn C. Statler, University of San Diego
Recommended. All levels/libraries.--CHOICE
Synopsis:
Detailing the demographic changes and currents of popular culture in the United States following World War II, Spann provides an accessible, intriguing overview with which to interpret the rise of the 1960s protest generation.--Kenneth J. Heineman, Ohio University-Lancaster
Democracy's Children addresses a broad range of topics in its concise coverage of the sixties generation. It challenges some of the prevailing stereotypes and reveals added complexity in the experiences of young people during that controversial era.--Mitchell Hall, Central Michigan University, author of Because of Their Faith
A compact yet marvelously detailed synthesis.--Kathryn C. Statler, University of San Diego
Recommended. All levels/libraries.--CHOICE
They burned bras, draft cards, and even the American flag. But what drove a group of young Americans to democratic revolution in the tumultuous years of the 1960s, and what made them think they could win? This book looks at the motivations and values of the young rebels of the 1960s.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherRowman & Littlefield
- Publication date2003
- ISBN 10 0842051406
- ISBN 13 9780842051408
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages185
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
£ 79.91
Shipping:
£ 3.88
Within U.S.A.
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
DEMOCRACY'S CHILDREN: THE YOUNG
Published by
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
(2003)
ISBN 10: 0842051406
ISBN 13: 9780842051408
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! 1.1. Seller Inventory # Q-0842051406
Buy New
£ 79.91
Convert currency
Stock Image
Democracy's Children Format: Hardcover
Published by
Rowman and Littlefield Publishers
(2003)
ISBN 10: 0842051406
ISBN 13: 9780842051408
New
Hardcover
Quantity: > 20
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Brand New. Seller Inventory # 9780842051408
Buy New
£ 90.15
Convert currency
Seller Image
Democracy's Children: The Young Rebels of the 1960s and the Power of Ideals (Vietnam: America in the War Years) by Spann, Edward K. [Hardcover ]
Published by
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
(2003)
ISBN 10: 0842051406
ISBN 13: 9780842051408
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 10
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. Seller Inventory # 9780842051408
Buy New
£ 118.80
Convert currency
Stock Image
Democracy's Children (Hardcover)
Published by
Rowman & Littlefield, Lanham, MD
(2003)
ISBN 10: 0842051406
ISBN 13: 9780842051408
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. They burned bras, draft cards, and even the American flag. In acts of civil disobedience, they defied the police, the military, and the government as they battled to change American society. But what drove a group of young Americans to democratic revolution in the tumultuous years of the 1960s, and what made them think they could win? They were a generation brought up to expect fairness and equality. Born in the 1940s, a time of strong democratic idealism influenced by the political Left and remnants of the New Deal, they grew up in families where parents treated their children as equals in a sort of mini-democracy. They attended progressive schools that stressed individuality and the importance of students. They were part of the Baby Boom, but a separate and discrete subsection who grew up in the idealistic decade from 1940 to 1950. They were Democracy's Children. In this new book, Edward K. Spann looks at the motivations and values of the young rebels of the 1960s. He links their fight for equality for African Americans, women, and other marginalized groups to the democratic values of their World War II-era parents. Unlike other books which explore the revolutionary movements of the era, Democracy's Children looks at the individuals who comprised the movements. Spann provides a cultural portrait of who the rebels were, what they thought, what they did, and what became of them after they crossed that magical divide of age thirty. He gives due consideration to the wide spectrum of youth opinion from radical to conservative to apolitical. Democracy's Children will fascinate readers with its colorful depictions of the individuals, events, and drama of the 1960s. This book looks at the individuals who comprised the democratic revolution of the 1960s. Spann provides a cultural portrait of who the rebels were and what they did, and places this youth radicalism in the larger context of American politics, society and culture. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780842051408
Buy New
£ 146.36
Convert currency
Stock Image
Democracy's Children
Published by
Scholarly Resources Inc.,U.S.
(2003)
ISBN 10: 0842051406
ISBN 13: 9780842051408
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 15
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. They burned bras, draft cards, and even the American flag. But what drove a group of young Americans to democratic revolution in the tumultuous years of the 1960s, and what made them think they could win? This book looks at the motivations and values of the young rebels of the 1960s. Series: Vietnam: America in the War Years. Num Pages: 185 pages, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPK; GTB; HBJK; HBLW3; HBTV; JPWQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 159 x 20. Weight in Grams: 431. . 2003. Hardback. . . . . Seller Inventory # V9780842051408
Buy New
£ 166.20
Convert currency
Stock Image
Democracy's Children (Hardcover)
Published by
Rowman & Littlefield, Lanham, MD
(2003)
ISBN 10: 0842051406
ISBN 13: 9780842051408
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. They burned bras, draft cards, and even the American flag. In acts of civil disobedience, they defied the police, the military, and the government as they battled to change American society. But what drove a group of young Americans to democratic revolution in the tumultuous years of the 1960s, and what made them think they could win? They were a generation brought up to expect fairness and equality. Born in the 1940s, a time of strong democratic idealism influenced by the political Left and remnants of the New Deal, they grew up in families where parents treated their children as equals in a sort of mini-democracy. They attended progressive schools that stressed individuality and the importance of students. They were part of the Baby Boom, but a separate and discrete subsection who grew up in the idealistic decade from 1940 to 1950. They were Democracy's Children. In this new book, Edward K. Spann looks at the motivations and values of the young rebels of the 1960s. He links their fight for equality for African Americans, women, and other marginalized groups to the democratic values of their World War II-era parents. Unlike other books which explore the revolutionary movements of the era, Democracy's Children looks at the individuals who comprised the movements. Spann provides a cultural portrait of who the rebels were, what they thought, what they did, and what became of them after they crossed that magical divide of age thirty. He gives due consideration to the wide spectrum of youth opinion from radical to conservative to apolitical. Democracy's Children will fascinate readers with its colorful depictions of the individuals, events, and drama of the 1960s. This book looks at the individuals who comprised the democratic revolution of the 1960s. Spann provides a cultural portrait of who the rebels were and what they did, and places this youth radicalism in the larger context of American politics, society and culture. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780842051408
Buy New
£ 157.49
Convert currency
Stock Image
Democracy's Children
Published by
Scholarly Resources Inc.,U.S.
(2003)
ISBN 10: 0842051406
ISBN 13: 9780842051408
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 15
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. They burned bras, draft cards, and even the American flag. But what drove a group of young Americans to democratic revolution in the tumultuous years of the 1960s, and what made them think they could win? This book looks at the motivations and values of the young rebels of the 1960s. Series: Vietnam: America in the War Years. Num Pages: 185 pages, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPK; GTB; HBJK; HBLW3; HBTV; JPWQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 159 x 20. Weight in Grams: 431. . 2003. Hardback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Seller Inventory # V9780842051408
Buy New
£ 198.75
Convert currency
Stock Image
Democracy's Children (Hardcover)
Published by
Rowman & Littlefield, Lanham, MD
(2003)
ISBN 10: 0842051406
ISBN 13: 9780842051408
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. They burned bras, draft cards, and even the American flag. In acts of civil disobedience, they defied the police, the military, and the government as they battled to change American society. But what drove a group of young Americans to democratic revolution in the tumultuous years of the 1960s, and what made them think they could win? They were a generation brought up to expect fairness and equality. Born in the 1940s, a time of strong democratic idealism influenced by the political Left and remnants of the New Deal, they grew up in families where parents treated their children as equals in a sort of mini-democracy. They attended progressive schools that stressed individuality and the importance of students. They were part of the Baby Boom, but a separate and discrete subsection who grew up in the idealistic decade from 1940 to 1950. They were Democracy's Children. In this new book, Edward K. Spann looks at the motivations and values of the young rebels of the 1960s. He links their fight for equality for African Americans, women, and other marginalized groups to the democratic values of their World War II-era parents. Unlike other books which explore the revolutionary movements of the era, Democracy's Children looks at the individuals who comprised the movements. Spann provides a cultural portrait of who the rebels were, what they thought, what they did, and what became of them after they crossed that magical divide of age thirty. He gives due consideration to the wide spectrum of youth opinion from radical to conservative to apolitical. Democracy's Children will fascinate readers with its colorful depictions of the individuals, events, and drama of the 1960s. This book looks at the individuals who comprised the democratic revolution of the 1960s. Spann provides a cultural portrait of who the rebels were and what they did, and places this youth radicalism in the larger context of American politics, society and culture. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780842051408
Buy New
£ 181.41
Convert currency