Isbn: 9780260444813 - Class Book of 1940 (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a compelling historical account of the triumphs and struggles of the Wilmington High School graduating class of 1940. Spanning the years from their entry as freshmen to their subsequent graduation as young adults on the cusp of World War II, the author paints a vivid portrait of an era in which the United States found itself in a period of great social, political, and economic change. From the perspective of individual graduating students, the book explores the major themes of American identity and the American Dream, touching upon issues including equal opportunity, personal freedom, and the role of education and community. Through the personal stories of these students as they navigate their studies, relationships, and future aspirations, the author illuminates the hopes and challenges of a generation that came of age during one of the most transformative periods in American history. This book is a valuable contribution to the historical record of American education and a poignant reminder of the power of resilience, determination, and the pursuit of opportunity in the face of adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …