Edition |
First edition. |
Description |
vii, 423 pages : illustrations ; 29 cm |
Note |
"The book spans the century in nine epochs. Each is introduced with an essay by a notable historical commentator"--Jacket. |
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Includes editor's note: Dust bowls and other dreams (p. vi-vii). |
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"Epochs and essays"--Jacket back. |
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"A Bulfinch Press Book"--Title page. |
Bibliography |
Includes index to pictures (pages 420-423). |
Contents |
1900-1913: Across the Threshold -- 1914-1919: The War to End All Wars -- 1920-1929: All That Glitters -- 1930-1939: Empty Pockets -- 1940-1945: World on Fire -- 1946-1963: Spreading the Wealth -- 1964-1975: Dissent and Disobedience -- 1976-1992: A Global Burst of Freedom -- 1993-1999: OurFuture.com. |
Summary |
Drawing from Life magazine and the greatest photo archives of our time, this book chronicles our century by way of an unparalleled collection of photographs. |
Subject |
Civilization, Modern -- 20th century.
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History, Modern -- 20th century.
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Added Author |
Stolley, Richard B., edt.
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Chiu, Tony.
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Added Title |
Our century in pictures |
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Life (New York, N.Y.)
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ISBN |
0821226339 $63.00 |
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