An A-Z of Modern America (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780415187565)

An A-Z of Modern America is a comprehensive cultural dictionary which defines contemporary America through its history and civilization. The book includes entries on:
key people from presidents to Babe Ruth
American life, customs, clothing and education
legal, religious and governmental practices
multiculturalism, minorities and civil rights
An A-Z of Modern America offers accessible and lively definitions of over 3,000 separate items. The book is cross-referenced and thus provides associated links and cultural connections while the appendices contain essential extra information on American institutions, structures and traditions.

Author: Alicia Duchak
ISBN-10: 0415187567
ISBN-13: 9780415187565
Publisher: Routledge
Language: English
Published: 02/18/1999
Pages: 422
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.26lbs
Size: 9.24h x 6.17w x 0.91d

Review Citation(s):
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2001 pg. 35
Rec Ref Bks for Small/Med Libr 01/01/2001 pg. 25
Library Journal 04/01/2000