The Incorporation of America: Culture and Society in the Gilded Age
The Incorporation of America: Culture and Society in the Gilded Age
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007304
Book • Nonfiction
United States • Gilded Age
2007
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Incorporation of America: Culture and Society in the Gilded Age, Alan Trachtenberg examines how individuals experienced economic expansion and industrialization in late 19th-century America. Trachtenberg highlights shifts in culture, politics, and social dynamics, emphasizing how individuals navigated changes in identity and power during this transformative era.
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Alan Trachtenberg's The Incorporation of America: Culture and Society in the Gilded Age is praised for its insightful analysis of the period's cultural shifts, connecting economic and social developments. Critics appreciate its rich historical context, though some find its dense prose challenging. Overall, it's a valuable resource for understanding America's transformation in the late 19th century.
Who Should Read The Incorporation of America: Culture and Society in the Gilded Age?
Readers who relish The Incorporation of America: Culture and Society in the Gilded Age by Alan Trachtenberg are often history enthusiasts captivated by U.S. industrialization. Comparable titles include The Gilded Age: A Tale of Today by Mark Twain and The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton, ideal for those exploring social and cultural shifts in late 19th-century America.
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Book • Nonfiction
United States • Gilded Age
2007
Adult
18+ years
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