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The '60s For Dummies

The '60s For Dummies


By Brian Cassity, Maxine Levaren

ISBN: 978-0-7645-8414-5
Format: Paper
Pages: 364 Pages
Pub. Date: August 2005

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Price: $19.99
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Grasp the political, cultural, and social impact of the decade

Experience the hope and passion of the '60s

Nostalgic for the sixties? Looking to learn more? This information-packed guide takes you on a tour of the most memorable and significant events of this tumultuous decade. From the Vietnam War to the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. to the early days of the women's movement, you'll see how the many cultural changes continue to shape American life today.

Discover
* The different presidential administrations
* Key events of the civil rights movement
* Why the U.S. became involved in Vietnam
* How strong opinions divided the country
* The trends in music, fashion, and media
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