1945-1989

The journals of Arthur Schlesinger Jr. offer an intimate look at the political and cultural changes that have influenced America over the last fifty years, chronicling his experiences in American politics and recording his impressions of the people around him.

Examines how free-market capitalism has influenced wealth creation and political and cultural democracy in the United States in the last twenty-five years of the twentieth century.

Describes the forces that have changed American politics in these 25 years and discusses the campaign and election of 1980.

Critical profiles of ten presidents which examine their political actions and their psychological traits.

Biography of Richard M. Nixon from his childhood to his life after he resigned from the Presidency. Includes bibliographical references.

Provides an overview of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, discussing the events that led to its passage, its purpose, and the impact it has had on American politics and culture.

Chronicles the history of civil unrest in the 1960s, looking at the causes and expression of anger over racism, the Vietnam War, equal rights, and other issues, and discussing the effects of those protests.