1945-1989

Twelve-year-old Nozomi's understanding of the bombing of Hiroshima in 1945 is transformed when she learns how those she knows and loves were affected by the event. Includes author's notes.

Examines American foreign policy from just before the Second World War through the mid-1990s, discussing such topics as the Cuban missile crisis, the Vietnam War, the SALT treaties, the Iran-Contra scandal, international terrorism, the fall of Communism, the Gulf War, the war in Bosnia, and Clinton's trade policy.

"Illuminates Biden's long and eventful career in the Senate, his eight years as Obama's vice president, his sojourn in the political wilderness after being passed over for Hillary Clinton in 2016, his decision to challenge Donald Trump for the presidency, and his choice of Senator Kamala Harris as his running mate. Osnos ponders the difficulties Biden will face if elected and weighs how political circumstances, and changes in the candidate's thinking, have altered his positions"--Provided by publisher.

U.S. Senator Joe Biden tells his life story, describing his political career as well as his parents; his first marriage, which ended tragically with the death of his wife and infant daughter; his rebuilding of his life with his second wife; his two aneurysms; and other topics.

"A sweeping 50-year history of how the Baby Boomers took the reforms of the 1960s too far, leading to a multitude of contradictions in American society and values that caused our current political polarization"--Provided by publisher.

Captioned photos and introductory text describe historic events in Eastern Europe in 1989.

"The bright lights of the theater district, the glamour and danger of 1950s New York, and the wild scene at the iconic Chelsea Hotel come together in a . . . novel about a twenty-year friendship that will irrevocably change two women's lives"--Amazon.

Chronicles the rise of conservatism in America in the years following World War II and examines how this movement shaped American policies even into the new millennium. Outlines opposing perspectives on conservatism and includes primary source documents.