Great Expectations

by Landon Y. Jones

Book Overview

This is the definitive 1980 book that coined the phrase "baby boomers" and put the baby-boom generation at the center of American life. This is the first description of the boomers' transformation of fads and fashion, politics and education, lifestyles and business styles. The choices they made will continue to influence us in the years ahead.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0698110498
• ISBN13: 9780698110496
• Release Date: October 1980
• Publisher: Penguin Adult Hc/Tr
• Length: 380 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.

Customer Reviews

A book of amazing forethought and style. A must-read!

Jones succeeds gracefully in his historical and analytical look at America and our Baby Boom Generation. With uncanny insight and ability he leads us on a journey into our past and our future. I recommend it highly.