Brokaw, Tom

Pays tribute to the generation of Americans who fought in World War II, telling the stories of individual men and women who, united by common purpose and values, served their country overseas and returned to create modern America.

Presents a selection of letters written to Tom Brokaw in response to his book "The Greatest Generation," in which he examines the lives and experiences of the men and women of the Depression and World War II era who Brokaw credits with building modern America.

Journalist Tom Brokaw looks back on life in the United States during the 1960s, sharing the perspectives and experiences of famous and ordinary people who were affected by the tumultuous times, discussing changes that occurred in politics, culture, and society, and looking at how the era influenced events to come.

Presents a selection of letters written to Tom Brokaw in response to his book "The Greatest Generation, " in which he examines the lives and experiences of the men and women of the Depression and World War II era who Brokaw credits with building modern America.

Pays tribute to the generation of Americans who fought in World War II, telling the stories of individual men and women who, united by common purpose and values, served their country overseas and returned to create modern America.

A collection of stories, reflections, and memorabilia of World War II, shared with author Tom Brokaw in response to his two books, "The Greatest Generation," and "The Greatest Generation Speaks," in which he documents the experiences of Americans who came of age during the Depression and served at home and abroad during the war.

Brokaw weaves together stories from his life and the lives of others to present ways to revitalize the American Dream and to confront the challenges facing American society.

Television journalist Tom Brokaw tells his life story up to his wedding in 1962, describing his childhood in South Dakota, the wake-up call he received in college regarding his lack of discipline, and how he became a broadcaster.