The 20th Century: An Epoch of Dramatic Change

The Story

Books in this brand new and informative series for older children survey a variety of cultures and the achievements of each in the arts, sciences, technology, and ways of living. Volumes are profusely illustrated with full-color, wonderfully detailed illustrations and photographs that complement extensive but highly readable texts. Bravo books make wonderful additions both to school and home libraries.This fascinating survey divides the century into four periods. First is 1900-1914, which we now see as an epilogue to the age of nineteenth-century European empires. Second is 1914-1945, dominated by two world wars and a worldwide economic depression. 1945-1970 witnessed spectacular expansion of both wealth and technology. The final period, starting in 1970, describes major present-day historical trends and influences.