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

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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.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Lears, T. J. Jackson, 1947-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : HarperCollins, [2009]
Edition:1st ed.
Subjects:
United States > Civilization > 1865-1918.
United States > Civilization > 19th century.
United States > Civilization > 20th century.
United States > History > 1865-1921.
United States > History > 19th century.
United States > History > 20th century.
Table of Contents:
  • 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.