American decades
(Book)

Volume 3: edited by Judith S. Baughman; Volume 4-5, 8-9: edited by Victor Bondi; Volume 6: edited by Richard Layman -- Volume 10: edited by Tandy McConnell -- Volume 11: edited by Eric Bargeron with James F. Tidd Jr.

"A Manly, Inc. book."

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

American Decades: The decades of 20th -century American-the most diverse and dramatic intervals in the history of humankind-have been singled out for individual coverage in this landmark series. Changes and challenges unique to each 10-year period are covered with extraordinary depth and thoroughness in American Decades. Each volume begins with a chronology of world events to provide a context for the American experience. Next, readers can explore American life during the decade from 12 separate perspectives: Arts. -- Business and the economy. -- Education. -- Fashion. -- Government and politics. -- Law and justice. -- Lifestyles and social trends. -- Media. -- Medicine and health. -- Religion. -- Science and technology. -- Sports. Each chapter includes articles covering headlines and headline-markers, awards, achievements and other enlightening and entertaining facts reported in engaging style.

Available online and in print.

English.