Popular Fads and Crazes through American History [2 volumes]

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Why could hula hoops and TV westerns only have been found in every household in the 1950s? What murdered Russian princess can be seen in one of the first documented selfies, taken in 1914? This book answers those questions and more in its documentation of all of the most captivating trends that have defined American popular culture since before the country began. Entries are well-researched and alphabetized by decade. At the start of every section is an insightful historical overview of the decade, and the set uniquely illustrates what today's readers have in common with the past. It also contains a Glossary of Slang for each decade as well as a bibliography, plus suggestions for further reading for each entry. Students and readers interested in history will enjoy discovering trends through the years in such areas as fashion, movies, music, and sports. Cover Title Page Copyright Dedication Contents List of Entries Guide to Related Topics Acknowledgments Introduction Volume 1: The Rise of Mass Culture: Pre-1900s-1950s Pre-1900s 1900s 1910s 1920s 1930s 1940s 1950s Volume 2: Modern Pop: 1960s-2010s 1960s 1970s 1980s 1990s 2000s 2010s Popular Slang and Catchphrases by Decade Bibliography Index About the Author