Encyclopedia of American Activism: 1960 to the Present

Margaret B. DiCanio, PhD, is a professional writer.

Gr 7 Up-This easy-to-use encyclopedia focuses on the people, events, organizations, and issues associated with activist movements in the last three decades. In addition to many of the expected entries (e.g., Hippies, Ralph Nader, Nelson Mandela, Roe v. Wade), the author includes many lesser-known groups and topics (e.g., Physicians for Human Rights, Urban Forestry). The articles range from several paragraphs to several pages and contain cross-references and brief lists of references. A comprehensive bibliography appears at the end along with a helpful subject index. Black-and-white photographs appear throughout. Although a great deal of literature about this period and these events is available, this book is particularly accessible to young people and will be useful in both public and school libraries.-Marsha S. Holden, Highland Community College, Freeport, IL

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