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New Spirits: Americans in the Gilded Age: 1865-1905

Rebecca Edwards
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New Spirits: Americans in the Gilded Age: 1865-1905

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015

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Rebecca Edwards

New Spirits: Americans in the Gilded Age: 1865-1905

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

266

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • Gilded Age

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In New Spirits: Americans in the Gilded Age: 1865-1905, Rebecca Edwards explores the diverse experiences of people in post-Civil War America. The book examines cultural, political, and social changes during the Gilded Age, highlighting the impacts on individuals' lives amid rapid economic growth, technological advances, and evolving national ideals.

Informative

Nostalgic

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.4

53 ratings

85%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

0%

Not a fan

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New Spirits: Americans in the Gilded Age: 1865-1905 by Rebecca Edwards is praised for its engaging narrative and insightful analysis of social changes during the Gilded Age. Critics commend its depth and clarity, though some note dense portions. Overall, it is regarded as an informative resource for understanding this transformative period in American history.

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Who Should Read New Spirits: Americans in the Gilded Age: 1865-1905?

A history enthusiast interested in post-Civil War America will enjoy New Spirits. Fans of The Gilded Age by Mark Twain and Charles Dudley Warner or The Republic for Which It Stands by Richard White will appreciate Rebecca Edwards' exploration of social, economic, and political changes during the Gilded Age.

4.4

53 ratings

85%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

0%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

266

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • Gilded Age

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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