"Offers in-depth critical analysis of 40 primary source documents important to this uproarious decade in American history. Articles begin by introducing readers to the historical context, followed by a description of the author's life and circumstances in which the document was written"--Provided by publisher.
Examines significant people and events in the history of the United States from 1900 to 1929, a period that encompassed the Progressive Movement, World War I, and the Roaring Twenties.
leadership lessons from America's most underrated president
Johnson, Charles C.
2013
Examines the presidential leadership of Calvin Coolidge, discussing his views on governing, public-sector unions, education, race, immigration, and foreign policy.
A brilliant and provocative reexamination of America's thirtieth president, Calvin Coolidge, and the decade of unparalleled growth that the nation enjoyed under his leadership.
"Historians have generally failed to understand the significance of the election of 1924, the last time both major political parties nominated a bona fide conservative candidate. 'The High Tide of American Conservatism' casts new light on both the election and the two candidates, John W. Davis and Calvin Coolidge. Both nominees articulately expounded a similar philosophy of limited government and maximum individual freedom; and both men were exemplary public servants..."--Dust jacket flap.
Assesses the career and presidency of Calvin Coolidge, discussing his conservative agenda, his innovative use of public relations and the media, and his promotion of corporate productivity, and tries to determine why Coolidge was so popular with the American people.
