| Description |
96 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm. |
| Series |
People's history |
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People's history.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page 93) and index. |
| Contents |
Old man depression -- American meanings -- Uncle Sam and the arts -- Escape from hard times -- The dust bowl -- Documenting America -- Conscience and controversy -- In this hour of twilight -- Digging deeper: movies, books, and murals. |
| Summary |
An introduction to the role of artists and the arts during one of the most difficult periods in United States history. The paintings, sculptures, prints, photographs, literature, drama, films, and music created by Americans between 1929 and 1941 were vital to expressing the varied and discouraging experiences of the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl. For grades 6-9. |
| Study Program |
Accelerated Reader AR MG 7.6 3.0 58948. |
| Subject |
Arts, American -- 20th century.
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Arts -- Psychological aspects.
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United States -- Social life and customs -- 1918-1945.
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| ISBN |
0822517418 library binding alkaline paper |
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