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1898, the birth of the American century, David Traxel

Label
1898, the birth of the American century, David Traxel
Language
eng
Bibliography note
Includes bibliographical references (pages 341-347) and index
Illustrations
illustrations
Index
index present
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
1898
Nature of contents
bibliography
Oclc number
37513064633156
Responsibility statement
David Traxel
Sub title
the birth of the American century
Summary
"1898 examines the lives of politicians and homemakers, outlaws and reformers, in telling the story of America's metamorphosis from a rural, isolationist society into a commanding presence on the world stage."--Jacket
Table Of Contents
Land of contrasts -- The adventure of progress -- Youth and new ideas -- Humanity and self-interest -- War fever -- The glorious First of May -- Waiting for orders -- The real thing -- Wages of war -- A worldwide victory -- Battles at home -- Opportunities -- The new American way -- Epilogue
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