Fun and Games in Twentieth-Century America
Subtitle: A Historical Guide to Leisure
Publisher: Greenwood Press
Published: September 30, 2003
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 328
ISBN-13: 9780313322167
Subjects: Sports & Outdoor Recreation; Sports & Recreation; Sociology; Performing Arts/Dance; Sports; General; Social History; Sports & Recreation / General; 20th century; History; Leisure; Lifestyles; United States
Description: "This book describes how political, economic, and cultural events influenced the history and development of the leisure pursuits of Americans of different races and ethnic backgrounds during the 20th century." "Organized chronologically, this book is ideal for high school students, college students, and the general public. It identifies the most popular games, sports, and hobbies of social groups ranging from the working class to the wealthy, along with their importance in American history. Over 51 photos illustrate the different leisure pursuits in their time periods."--Jacket.