{"product_id":"fun-and-games-in-twentieth-century-america-a-historical-guide-to-leisure","title":"Fun and Games in Twentieth-Century America: A Historical Guide to Leisure","description":"Throughout the 20th century, America underwent rapid change, from horses and buggies, through two world wars, and finally to the arrival of the Internet. But Americans have always needed time for relaxation and recreation. 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. Readers learn about the opening of Disney World and the ever-popular auto vacation, as well as the laws, acts, and organizations that allowed leisure time and activities to become a permanent fixture in American culture. Other topics include the significance of the Model T Ford, the development of the 40-hour work week, and the lure of reality television shows.\n\nSections include\nThe Progressive Era and Reformers\nThe War to End All Wars\nBlack Death to Black Tuesday\nThe Great Depression and the New Deal\nThe Good War and the Aftermath\nTelevision, Teenagers, and Rock 'n Roll\nThe Jet Age and Turbulence\nYuppies, Star Wars, and MTV\nGeneration 'X,' the Internet, and Virtual Reality\n\nOrganized 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.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0313322163\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.0313322163.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Giordano, Ralph G.\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43534416085053,"sku":"BVV.0313322163.G","price":21.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/0313322163-0.jpg?v=1788220290","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/fun-and-games-in-twentieth-century-america-a-historical-guide-to-leisure","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}