The Red Scare |
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| Author:
| Kling, Andrew A. |
| Series title: | World History Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4205-0680-8 |
| Publication Date: | Dec 2011 |
| Publisher: | Cengage Gale
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $50.60 |
Book Description:
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A creeping sense of panic and paranoia characterized the Red Scare as millions of Americans began to subscribe to the belief that communists and socialists were infiltrating American institutions. This compelling volume examines the Red Scare from diverse perspectives to facilitate discussions and research of relevant topics regarding this tense period of American history. Chapters examine topics such as the conditions that spawned radical movements, the response to communist activity...
More DescriptionA creeping sense of panic and paranoia characterized the Red Scare as millions of Americans began to subscribe to the belief that communists and socialists were infiltrating American institutions. This compelling volume examines the Red Scare from diverse perspectives to facilitate discussions and research of relevant topics regarding this tense period of American history. Chapters examine topics such as the conditions that spawned radical movements, the response to communist activity including blacklists and F.B.I. surveillance, initiatives in congress to stamp out threats from the Left, and the downfall and aftermath of the Red Scare.