Summary: | "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; and 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 appendixes contain essential extra information on American institutions, structures and traditions."--Jacket
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