The eight uneasy; dangerous months from May to December 1940; as Britain stands isolated and Germany follows its war path.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. incredible understanding of the events that shaped early AmericaBy Nick LaneI rate this (5) stars; Daniel Boorstin is an incredible writer and has an incredible understanding of the events that shaped early America; While this is a great book to truly get an appreciation of Boorstin; and then this book; I recommend reading The Discovers first if you haven't yet.2 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Compelling; Readable Compendium of American Sociological HistoryBy 1mikieb1I'm only halfway through this huge work; but I'm finding it completely compelling. I've read several histories and historical novels about the Civil War and the half-century leading up to it; but this is the first truly readable story that details the sociological and (to a lesser extent) political history of the U.S. from the Colonial period through the highs and lows of Western Expansion. Daniel J. Boorstin examines many extremely interesting and lesser known/understood factors; weaving the development of all forms of transportation; the politics of forming (and naming!) the Territories and States; the development of "upstart" cities; quintessentially American establishments; inventions; language; literature; etc.; with the anomalous and tenacious "American spirit." This is definitely a must-read for history buffs and trivia fans.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy D. L. JonesFull of interesting information but typical of Boorstin it is wordy and show to get through.
