Drawing from Life magazine and the greatest photo archives of our time, this book chronicles our century by way of an unparalleled collection of photographs.

"The book spans the century in nine epochs. Each is introduced with an essay by a notable historical commentator"--Jacket. Includes editor's note: Dust bowls and other dreams (p. vi-vii). "Epochs and essays"--Jacket back. "A Bulfinch Press book." "Drawing from Life magazine and the greatest photo archives of our time ..."--Jkt. Includes index.

1900-1913: Across the threshold -- 1914-1919: The war to end all wars -- 1920-1929: All that glitters -- 1930-1939: Empty pockets -- 1940-1945: World on fire -- 1946-1963: Spreading the wealth -- 1964-1975: Dissent and disobedience -- 1976-1992: A global burst of freedom -- 1993-1999: OurFuture.com.