1865-1933

"Between around 1890 and 1920, the Progressive Era saw the United States become a more democratic, safer, and greater nation. Many people led the charge for change and made progress possible. They exposed corruption, secured the vote for women, and spoke up for citizens with no voice. They also forced the government to work for its people. They changed the United States for the better. Let's meet the movers and shakers of the Progressive Era"--Provided by publisher.

Progressive Era is known as the period when social activism and political reformation movements truly took off and led to real change for many Americans.

"The muckraking journalists were crusaders with a steadfast faith in the power of truth, a strong narrative, and public pressure to spur government action for the good of the people. Their investigative reporting brought attention to hidden problems and issues such as child labor, urban poverty, inhumane working conditions, tenements, business monopolies, and political corruption. This . . . book covers the work and lives of the leading muckrakers, including Lincoln Steffens, Ray Stannard Baker, Upton Sinclair, and Ida Tarbell"--Provided by publisher.

Collects 367 letters written between 1881 and 1919 in a volume that features his correspondences with such individuals as Rudyard Kipling, Upton Sinclair, and FDR and the texts of four key speeches including "The Strenuous Life" of 1899, "The Big Stick" of 1901, "The Man in the Arena" and "The New Nationalism" of 1910.

A biography of Robert M. La Follette, discussing his central role in the American Progressive movement.

Presents a guide to the Progressive Era that covers the people and events of the time and discusses how this period in history shaped America. Includes a chronology, biographies of key figures, primary sources, illustrations, and an annotated bibliography.

Presents the main political and policy events of the United States from 1890 to 1914 focusing on the role of government, social justice, the impact of reform on women and minorities, and more.

A reference manual on the Progressive Era in the United States from 1898 to 1917. Covers the key events, people, organizations, and ideas of the period. Also includes an introductory essay and a chronology.