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Grand Expectations

The United States, 1945-1974 (Oxford History of the United States |v X)

James T. Patterson

This book explores the unprecedented economic growth that transformed America from 1945 to the 1960s, resulting in a national euphoria and optimistic spirit. The author weaves major political, cultural, and economic events into a superb portrait of America. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the civil rights movement, the Vietnam War, and the societal rifts that stemmed from a growing backlash. This well-researched account is part of the esteemed Oxford History of the United States series.
Publish Date
1997-11-20T00:00:00.000Z
1997-11-20T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 1996
Goodreads Rating
4.1
ISBN
9780195117974
Recommendations
1
Recommendations
2020-12-08T01:31:59.000Z
@MarkSwitzer66 The whole book is excellent. Grand Expectations.      source