United States - 20th Century - History, 20th Century American History - 1900-1945, 20th Century American History - World War II, Financial Crises, 20th Century American History - Great Depression, Economic History - General & Miscellaneous
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Overview
Despite its ultimate downfall, the era of the New Deal changed forever the way people in the United States lived and thought, both about themselves and about their government. And Franklin Delano Roosevelt still stands as one of the most influential and effective leaders in the history of the country.Discusses the events leading up to America's Great Depression of the 1930s, Roosevelt's rescue of the event with the New Deal, and what caused the ultimate downfall of the New Deal.
Editorials
Chris Sherman
In a concise, well-written, and very readable manner, Stewart explains the causes of the Great Depression and Roosevelt's efforts to revitalize the economy and the morale of the nation. She describes the difficulties he faced in implementing his programs and the criticism his programs received from both conservatives and liberals as well as the death of the New Deal at the hands of the U.S. Supreme Court. The book's black-and-white photographs not only document the text, but also give readers a good sense of the period. Highlighted blocks of text provide additional insight into the personalities and the problems of the time. For example, there's a section on Frances Perkins, the first woman to serve on a presidential cabinet, and others containing information on the Florida land boom, black blizzards, and the Bonus Army. Thorough source notes and an extensive bibliography of adult and YA resources are included.Book Details
Published
March 1, 1993
Publisher
Prentice Hall & IBD
Pages
111
Format
Binding
ISBN
9780027883695