Jennings, Peter

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Shell shock (1914-1919)

2005
Chronicles the evolution of the United States over the course of the twentieth-century, focusing on events from 1914 to 1919, as people struggled to deal with the shock of World War I, and the country emerged as a world power.

Then and now

2005
Chronicles the evolution of the United States over the course of the twentieth-century, speculating on how life might change in the future due to advances in technology, and globalization.

A new world (1981-1989)

2005
Chronicles the evolution of the United States over the course of the twentieth-century, focusing on the events of the 1980s which were marked by the presidency of Ronald Reagan, the dissolution of the Soviet Union, and a booming economy.

Starting over (1976-1980)

2005
Chronicles the evolution of the United States over the course of the twentieth-century, focusing on the events of the late 1970s which saw continuing conflicts over women's rights, affirmative action, and busing.

Approaching the apocalypse (1971-1975)

2005
Chronicles the pivotal moments of the early 1970s and covers the effects events such as the war in Vietnam and the Watergate scandal had on Americans.

Unpinned (1965-1970)

2005
Chronicles the evolution of the United States over the course of the twentieth-century, focusing on the events of the late 1960s which were marked by political assassinations, war protests, and increasingly violent demands for civil rights.

Poisoned dreams (1960-1964)

2005
Chronicles the evolution of the United States over the course of the twentieth-century, focusing on events of the early 1960s, including conflicts between the U.S. and Soviet Union, and the stand-off between civil rights activists and segregationists.

The century

"This comprehensive 15-part retrospective, anchored by Peter Jennings, takes an era-by-era look at America's evolution during the turbulent 20th century."--container.

The century for young people

Discusses the rtwentieth century with radical changes with scientific theory, medical advances, the personal computer, air travel, nearly instantaneous communication, and the ability to destroy the entire world.

Shark assault

an amazing story of survival
Nicole Moore, a nurse from Orangeville, Ontario, is the victim of an unlikely shark attack. She was standing in waist-deep water at a Mexican resort. She came very close to dying, losing 60 percent of her blood, and received a questionable level of medical care. Her left arm was amputated and attempts to rebuild her disfigured leg have been ongoing. Nicole has fought hard for her life and has become a source of inspiration for those facing seemingly insurmountable challenges.

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