A Time of Paradox: America from the Cold War to the Third Millennium, 1945-Present

by Glen Jeansonne

Book Overview

In this lively and provocative synthesis, distinguished historian Glen Jeansonne explores the people and events that shaped America in the decades since World War II. Comprehensive in scope, A Time of Paradox offers a balanced look at the political, diplomatic, social and cultural developments of the post-war period, while focusing on the diverse and sometimes contradictory human experiences that characterized this dynamic era.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0742533794
• ISBN13: 9780742533790
• Release Date: October 2006
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Length: 576 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.4" x 9.0"