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Toys and American Culture: An Encyclopedia

Sharon M. Scott
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Description:From the origins of favorite playthings to their associations with events and activities, the study of a nation's toys reveals the hopes, goals, values, and priorities of its people. Toys have influenced the science, art, and religion of the United States, and have contributed to the development of business, politics, and medicine. "Toys and American Culture: An Encyclopedia" documents America's shifting cultural values as they are embedded within and transmitted by the nation's favorite playthings.Alphabetically arranged entries trace developments in toy making and toy marketing across the evolving landscape of 20th-century America. In addition to discussing the history of America's most influential toys, the book contains specific entries on the individuals, organizations, companies, and publications that gave shape to America's culture of play from 1900 to 2000. Toys from the two decades that frame the 20th century are also included, as bridges to the fascinating past--and the inspiring future--of American toys.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Toys and American Culture: An Encyclopedia. To get started finding Toys and American Culture: An Encyclopedia, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Toys and American Culture: An Encyclopedia

Sharon M. Scott
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Description: From the origins of favorite playthings to their associations with events and activities, the study of a nation's toys reveals the hopes, goals, values, and priorities of its people. Toys have influenced the science, art, and religion of the United States, and have contributed to the development of business, politics, and medicine. "Toys and American Culture: An Encyclopedia" documents America's shifting cultural values as they are embedded within and transmitted by the nation's favorite playthings.Alphabetically arranged entries trace developments in toy making and toy marketing across the evolving landscape of 20th-century America. In addition to discussing the history of America's most influential toys, the book contains specific entries on the individuals, organizations, companies, and publications that gave shape to America's culture of play from 1900 to 2000. Toys from the two decades that frame the 20th century are also included, as bridges to the fascinating past--and the inspiring future--of American toys.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Toys and American Culture: An Encyclopedia. To get started finding Toys and American Culture: An Encyclopedia, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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