The Fifties is well written and researched. Each important event is presented clearly. A joy to read.
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This book explains the many seeds sown in the fifties which are still blooming. The robust postwar economy, the Bomb, the influence of Elvis Presley, Harry Truman, Eisenhower, Douglas MacCarther, the Korean War, et al. It's all there-an engrossing read.
The Fifties, is onne of the best books written about america. great for baby boomers. also david halberstam is one of the best history, sports and political writers. he writes history and makes you feel you are reading a novel
This is somewhat heavy, detailed reading, but fascinating. Halberstam's history makes one wonder how we survived the era. He makes all the major players come alive as human.
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