Reprints twenty-two notable speeches of the 1960s in which the speakers address issues of the Cold War, Cuba, communism, civil rights, the space race, the Great Society, the counterculture and student activism, and the Vietnam War.
Describes the lingering legacies of the Vietnam War nearly twenty-five years after the fall of Saigon, and considers its impact on American life, politics, and society.
Discusses four major events during the 1970s: Watergate and Nixon's resignation, the beginning of the environmental movement, the blockbuster movies of Spielberg and Lucas, and the popularity of punk and disco music.
An introduction to the life and ideas of John F. Kennedy that discusses his personal life, the ideas that motivated him as President, his battle for civil rights reform, his importance as a world leader, and his enduring legacy.
the presidential portfolio : history as told through the collection of the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum
Kenney, Charles
2000
Presents more than 250 photos and other artifacts from the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, with text recounting the important moments and characteristics of Kennedy's life, his presidency, and his death; also includes an audio CD containing sixty minutes of Kennedy's phone conversations and personal dictations.
the 70's : the decade that brought you modern life (for better or worse)
Frum, David
2000
Examines the political events, popular opinion polls, films, music, and advertising of the 1970s that brought extreme changes to popular American culture.
Nellie Connally, the wife of Texas governor John Connally, who was riding in the same car as President John F. Kennedy on the day he was assassinated, chronicles her memories of the events.
A guide to the 1960s, providing a brief overview of the decade; ten essays that examine some of the most significant issues of the era; alphabetically arranged entries that look at some of the most notable people, events, and movements of the sixties; relevant facts, figures, and opinions; a brief chronology; and an annotated bibliography.
