Dictionary of American History From 1763 to the Present

Dictionary of Modern American History covers the history of the United States from the period immediately preceding the American Revolution to the present day. In easy-to-understand language, this A-to-Z guide brings the people, places, & events in American history to life. It deals not only with key political, diplomatic, & military events & developments, but also with economic, social, & cultural matters. Entries provide biographical data, essential terms, & outlines of battles & key legislation in U.S. history. Several thematic articles also examine important aspects of the period in question. Among the people, topics, & events covered are: * Abortion * Affirmative Action * The Bay of Pigs Invasion * The Bill of Rights * Benjamin Franklin * The Confederacy * The Battle of Gettysburg * Prohibition * Babe Ruth * The Stamp Act * The Trail of Tears * Harriet Tubman * The Wall Street Crash * Yellow Journalism.Thompson, Peter is the author of 'Dictionary of American History From 1763 to the Present' with ISBN 9780816044634 and ISBN 0816044635.