Postwar America

A Student Companion

Sitkoff

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English

Oxford University Press Inc
03 February 2000

The half-century since the end of World War II has been crucial in defining America's image of itself and role in the world. A thorough survey of an era dominated by the cold war on the international front and conflicting social forces at home, this authoritative reference volume details every aspect of a turbulent age. It features: --Brief biographical vignettes of notable political and civil leaders, from Eleanor Roosevelt to Newt Gingrich --Insightful portraits of prominent cultural icons, from Allen Ginsburg and Elvis to Billy Graham and Jackie Robinson --Informative analyses of major political events, from the Yalta Conference and the Cuban Missile Crisis to Watergate --Brief histories of pivotal armed conflicts, from the Korean War and the invasion of Lebanon to the Persian Gulf War --Articles on social and cultural milestones, from Woodstock to suburban migration to the World Wide Web --Summaries of such crucial documents as the Civil Rights Act, the Voting Rights Act, and the Equal Rights Amendment --Descriptions of groundbreaking legal cases, such as Roe v. Wade, Miranda v. Arizona, and Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas --Profiles of major civil rights movements, such as black nationalism and feminism --Explanations of political and social concepts, such as affirmative action, consumer culture, and McCarthyism --Authoritative accounts of momentous episodes spurred by social protest, such as the Montgomery bus boycott and the Kent State University shootings --Further reading lists and cross-references following each entry --A detailed chronologyThe issues that united and divided Americans during the second half of the century--the civil rights movement, the Vietnam war, the cold war--are discussed in lively, objective articles which breathe life into the events and people that have shaped our nation. More than 200 illustrations, including photographs, posters, and ephemera such as political campaign buttons, make Postwar America: A Student Companion an excellent introductory resource for students and all readers interested in modern history.

Oxford's Student Companions to American History are state-of-the-art references for school and home, specifically designed and written for ages 12 and up. Each book is a concise but comprehensive A-to-Z guide to a major historical period or theme in U.S. history, with articles on key issues and prominent individuals. The authors--distinguished scholars well-known in their areas of expertise--ensure that the entries are accurate, up-to-date, and accessible. Special features include an introductory section on how to use the book, further reading lists, cross-references, chronology, and full index.

By: Sitkoff
Imprint: Oxford University Press Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 288mm, Width: 224mm, Spine: 23mm
Weight: 1.134kg
ISBN: 9780195103007
ISBN 10: 0195103009
Pages: 296
Publication Date: 03 February 2000
Recommended Age: From 12 to 17 years
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Harvard Sitkoff is Professor of History at the University of New Hampshire. His numerous books include A New Deal for Blacks, A History of Our Time, and the forthcoming The American Century.

Reviews for Postwar America: A Student Companion

"""The attractively designed pages are formatted in two columns with generous margins. Black-and-white photographs with informative captions appear on almost every double-page spread.... Researchers will be able to locate the information they need and navigate comfortably. The unbiased articles will clarify concepts and help students understand this period of our history.""--School Library Journal ""A good review for those taking a high-school graduation test in American history. Recommended as an inexpensive purchase for school and public libraries.""--Booklist ""The articles... take a neutral stance on their topics, presenting information while making no effort to sway the opinion of the reader. Each article includes dates, background, detailed information, cross-references, and sources for further reading.... An excellent resource in high school libraries... Recommended.""--Book Report ""The attractively designed pages are formatted in two columns with generous margins. Black-and-white photographs with informative captions appear on almost every double-page spread.... Researchers will be able to locate the information they need and navigate comfortably. The unbiased articles will clarify concepts and help students understand this period of our history.""--School Library Journal ""A good review for those taking a high-school graduation test in American history. Recommended as an inexpensive purchase for school and public libraries.""--Booklist ""The articles... take a neutral stance on their topics, presenting information while making no effort to sway the opinion of the reader. Each article includes dates, background, detailed information, cross-references, and sources for further reading.... An excellent resource in high school libraries... Recommended.""--Book Report ""[Written] clearly and well. I highly recommend this book for Christian middle and high school libraries.""--Library Materials Guide"