McCarthy and the fear of communism in American history
By: Karen Zeinert.
Series: In American history
Publisher: Enslow Publishers
Published: 1998
Place of publication: Springfield, NJ
Language: eng
Number of pages: 128
Subjects: McCarthy, Joseph, 1908-1957 -- Juvenile literature.; McCarthy, Joseph, 1908-1957.; Anti-communist movements -- United States -- History -- 20th century -- Juvenile literature.; Internal security -- United States -- History -- 20th century -- Juvenile literature.; Subversive activities -- United States -- History -- 20th century -- Juvenile literature.; Anti-communist movements -- History.
Description: Outlines the rise of anti-communism in the United States beginning after World War I and culminating in the virulently anti-communist activities led by Senator Joe McCarthy in the 1950s. Also discusses the aftermath of the McCarthy era.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 126) and index.