A Time of Paradox

America Since 1890

By (author) Glen Jeansonne University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Paperback - £55.00

Publication date:

02 March 2006

Length of book:

576 pages

Publisher

Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Dimensions:

231x154mm
6x9"

ISBN-13: 9780742533776

In this lively and provocative synthesis, distinguished historian Glen Jeansonne explores the people and events that shaped America in the twentieth century. Comprehensive in scope, A Time of Paradox offers a balanced look at the political, diplomatic, social and cultural developments of the last century while focusing on the diverse and sometimes contradictory human experiences that characterized this dynamic period.

Designed with the student in mind, this cogent text provides the most up to date analysis available, offering insight into the divisive election of 2004, the War on Terror and the Gulf Coast hurricanes. Substantive biographies on figures ranging from Samuel Insull to Madonna give students a more personalized view of the men and women who influenced American society over the past hundred years.
A Time of Paradox is a majestic narrative of the twentieth century crafted by a superb historian at the peak of his career. Written with equal parts passion, wit, and humility, this book will engage and delight all students of American history.