Twentieth-Century America: A Brief History

Reeves, Thomas C.

ISBN 10: 0195044835 / ISBN 13: 9780195044836

Published by Oxford University Press, 1999

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Synopsis:

This book offers a succinct, comprehensive and objective examination of recent American history. Reeves lays bear the whole of the twentieth century with an interpretation that strives for an unbiased and accurate presentation of the real story of American history. Each chapter discusses the most important developments of the period. These include changes in politics, industry, the economy, race, gender and class issues, as well as the great strides made in technology, living standards, working conditions, and education. The list of recommended readings at the end of each chapter acquaints readers with the most readable and provocative books on each era, and has been specially selected to appeal to students.

About the Author:
Thomas C. Reeves is Professor of History at the University of Wisconsin, Parkside and Senior Fellow at the Wisconsin Policy Institute. The author ofThe Life and Times of Joe McCarthy and the best-selling A Question of Character: A Life of John F. Kennedy, he lives in Franksville, Wisconsin.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Twentieth-Century America: A Brief History
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Publication Date: 1999
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: very_good