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American Realities, Volume II

by J. William T. Youngs

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Highly regarded for its excellent writing, American Realities , is a well-respected secondary source collection that uses a unique anecdotal style and focuses on the important people and events in our country's history. The book covers political, social, and cultural issues, events and individuals. Appropriate for anyone interested in American history.

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Canonical title: American Realities, Volume II
Important places: USA
Original language: English

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Genres: History, Nonfiction, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS: 973 — History & geography History of North America United States
LCC: E178.6 .Y68 — History of the United States United States History General
BISAC: HIS HISTORY General

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Languages: English
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Published: 1987
Genres: History, Nonfiction, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS: 973
LCC: E178.6 .Y68

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