Fun and Games in Twentieth-Century America

Download or read book Fun and Games in Twentieth-Century America written by Ralph G. Giordano and published by Greenwood. This book was released on 2003-09-30 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book describes how political, economic, and cultural events influenced the history and development of the leisure pursuits of Americans of different races and ethnic backgrounds during the 20th century." "Organized chronologically, this book is ideal for high school students, college students, and the general public. It identifies the most popular games, sports, and hobbies of social groups ranging from the working class to the wealthy, along with their importance in American history. Over 51 photos illustrate the different leisure pursuits in their time periods."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved