The Longman Handbook of Modern American History, 1763-1996 (Paperback)

This handbook attempts to provide a convenient reference for both teachers and students of modern American history from 1763 to the end of 1996. It is a much condensed work, bringing together chronological, statistical and tabular information. The text covers not only the political and diplomatic events but also the broader fields of social and economic history and also includes biographies of important individuals, a glossary of historical terms and a topical bibliography.