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The 1960s Cultural Revolution

A Reference Guide

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The 1960s Cultural Revolution

A Reference Guide

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This highly readable and valuable resource revisits the personalities and events that sparked the cultural revolutions synonymous with the 1960s. It considers the forces that shaped the decade and made it a unique era, beginning with an introductory historical overview that provides context and perspective.

Focusing on social and cultural history, the book explores the New Left, the antiwar movement, the counterculture, and the pivotal year of 1968. It also includes extensive reference materials such as a comprehensive timeline, biographical profiles of key figures, primary documents, a glossary of terms, and an annotated bibliography for further study.

Table of Contents

Series Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgments
Historical Overview
Chronology of Events

Chapter 1. Vietnam-There
Chapter 2. The Rise of the New Left and the End of Consensus
Chapter 3. Vietnam-Here
Chapter 4. "Oh, Wow!"-The Counterculture
Chapter 5. 1968!
Chapter 6. Past to Present

Biographical Essays
Glossary
Annotated Bibliography
Index

Product details

Bloomsbury Academic Test
Published 27 Nov 2025
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 328
ISBN 9798216392507
Imprint Bloomsbury Academic
Dimensions 235 x 156 mm
Series Guides to Historic Events in America
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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John C. McWilliams

John C. McWilliams is retired from the department…

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