<p><b>This introduction to American literature and culture from 1900 to 1960 is organized around four major ideas about America: that is it "big", "new", "rich", and "free".</b></p> <ul> <li>Illustrates the artistic and social climate in the USA during this period.</li> <li>Juxtaposes discussion of history, popular culture, literature and other art forms in ways that foster discussion, questioning, and continued study.</li> <li>An appendix lists relevant primary and secondary works, including websites.</li> <li>An ideal supplement to primary texts taught in American literature courses.</li> </ul>