American eras.
By: edited by Thomas J. Brown.
Contributors: Brown, Thomas J., 1960-
Publisher: Gale Research
Published: 1997
Place of publication: Detroit, MI
Language: eng
Number of pages: 433
Subjects: United States -- Civilization -- 1783-1865.; United States -- Civilization -- 1865-1918.
Description: Events, lifestyles, social history and key figures unique to each featured era are covered with extraordinary perception and thoroughness. Each volume begins with a chronology of world events to provide a context for the American experience. Explore American life during the era from eleven separate perspectives: world events; the arts; business and the economy; communications; education; government and politics; law and justice; lifestyles, social trends and fashion; religion; science and medicine; sports and recreation. Each chapter includes articles covering headlines and headlinemakers, awards, achievements and other enlightening and entertaining facts reported in an engaging style.
Notes: "A Manly, Inc. book."

Includes bibliographical references and index.