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The Forgotten Man : A New History of the Great Depression

by Amity Shlaes
₱635.40 ₱445.05 30% off
The Forgotten Man : A New History of the Great Depression - Thryft
The Forgotten Man : A New History of the Great Depression - Thryft

Rediscovers Great Depression through heart-wrenching stories.

The Forgotten Man would be a good read for history buffs looking for a fresh interpretation of the Great Depression. The book's unique feature is the spotlight it shines on individual citizens and their struggles during that time. This personal touch helps to bring to life an otherwise well-trodden period of history. Readers have praised the book for its in-depth research and compelling storytelling.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Forgotten Man : A New History of the Great Depression

by Amity Shlaes
₱635.40 ₱445.05 30% off
ISBN: 9780060936426
Authors: Amity Shlaes
Publisher: Harper Perennial
Date of Publication: 2008-05-27
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Economics, Biographies & Memoirs, Business, Politics
Related Topics: Historical, American History, Politics, Biography, Politics, History, American History, Biography
Goodreads rating: 3.91
(rated by 5966 readers)

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In The Forgotten Man , Amity Shlaes, one of the nation's most-respected economic commentators, offers a striking reinterpretation of the Great Depression. She traces the mounting agony of the New Dealers and the moving stories of individual citizens who through their brave perseverance helped establish the steadfast character we recognize as American today.
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Rediscovers Great Depression through heart-wrenching stories.

The Forgotten Man would be a good read for history buffs looking for a fresh interpretation of the Great Depression. The book's unique feature is the spotlight it shines on individual citizens and their struggles during that time. This personal touch helps to bring to life an otherwise well-trodden period of history. Readers have praised the book for its in-depth research and compelling storytelling.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.