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John Wiley and Sons Ltd A Dictionary of American History
Book SynopsisThis book is concise, easy -to-use guide to the individuals, peoples, parties, movements, events, decisions and wars that have shaped the history of the United States.Trade Review"It is fascinating, satisfying and richly informed. Each entry is a brilliant piece of American history or biography in ruthlessly summarized form." Contemporary Review "The selection of entries seems judicious and more helpful than that in Martin and Gelber and other similar works; an up-to-date one-volume reference for office and home use." Reference for Books Bulletin "This dictionary will surely become a stand-by for a generation of students, teachers and researchers." Reference Books "Immensely useful to all engaged in the study of the American past. It will save them many hours of frustration in the search for essential but often elusive information." Reference BooksTable of ContentsPreface vii Abbreviations viii Dictionary 1
£35.06
