Rebirth of a nation : the making of modern America, 1877-1920

Lears, Jackson

Rebirth of a nation : the making of modern America, 1877-1920 - New York : Harper , c2009. - 418 p., [8] p. of plates : ill. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. [391]-406) and index.

Dreaming of rebirth -- The long shadow of Appomattox -- The mysterious power of money -- The rising significance of race -- The country and the city -- Crisis and regeneration -- Liberation and limitation -- Empire as a way of life -- Dying in vain

A history of pivotal events in America between the Civil War and World War I offers insight into the nation's rise to become a twentieth-century power, citing the contributions of influential figures and evaluating the roles played by imperialists, progressive reformers, and innovators.

9780060747497


United States---Civilization
United States---History

973.8 LEA

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