America In The Twentieth Century

From the Gilded Age to the dawn of the twenty-first century, George Donelson Moss's comprehensive narrative spans the twentieth century to provide readers with an accurate story of the American past. Written in a clear and concise style, this survey text is logically organized into parallel topical and chronological sequences that are easy to understand and a pleasure to read. NEWâ??New chapter covering the new millenniumâ??Features the disputed 2000 Presidential election: the 2002 Congressional elections; the first two years of G.W. Brush's presidency: and the tragic events of 9/11/2001, the war on terrorism and war with Iraq. NEWâ??Emphasis on social historyâ??Includes the current status of women and minorities, recent immigration trends, and labor history. NEWâ??Coverage of the current economyâ??Includes the recession, the stock market crash, corporate scandals, and consumer confidence. NEWâ??The global economy and societyâ??Analyzes U.S. events within the framework of globalization.