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U-X-L American Decades, 2000-2009 by Gale
ISBN: 9781414491257

Publication Date: 2012-06-15

A cross-disciplinary source for a single, consistent reference to document and analyze periods of contemporary American social history. Covers the first decade of the 21st Century and includes key events and social history.
American Decades by Carol Nagel (Editor)
ISBN: 9781414436067

Publication Date: 2011-06-27

Covers everything from monumental events and groundbreaking individuals to the fascinating details of Americans' daily lives. Supports historical research in disciplines from the arts and business to law, medicine, technology and social trends.
Bowling, Beatniks, and Bell-Bottoms by Cynthia Johnson; Lawrence W. Baker
ISBN: 1414411668

Publication Date: 2012-06-01

Covers the popular culture of the 20th century and first decade of the 21st century.
U-X-L Encyclopedia of U. S. History
ISBN: 9781414430430

Publication Date: 2008-09-23
Terrorism: Essential Primary Sources by K. Lee Lerner
ISBN: 9781414406213

Publication Date: 2005-11-11

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