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Taking sides. Clashing views on controversial issues in American history since 1945 /

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This reader introduces students to controversies in American history since 1945. The issues discuss topics such as: was it necessary to drop the atomic bomb to end World War II; was Dwight Eisenhower a great president; and did the great society fail. Taking Sides actively develops critical thinking...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Madaras, Larry
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Guilford, Conn. : McGraw-Hill/Dushkin, [2003]
Edition:2nd ed.
Series:Taking sides.
Subjects:
United States > History > 1945-
United States > History.
United States > Historiography.
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Summary:This reader introduces students to controversies in American history since 1945. The issues discuss topics such as: was it necessary to drop the atomic bomb to end World War II; was Dwight Eisenhower a great president; and did the great society fail. Taking Sides actively develops critical thinking skills by requiring students to analyze opposing viewpoints and reach considered judgements. Visit our student Web site Dushkin Online (www.dushkin.com/online/) for additional support to the Taking Sides title.
Physical Description:xvii, 410 pages ; 24 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and indexes.
ISBN:0072828218