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  • Internal advertising page in a collectible Studs Terkel volume, promoting Harrison Salisbury's 'The 900 Days'. The screen captures the authentic vintage aging and visible tanning of this 1970s printing, identifying it as part of the Avon Books library. The layout includes a vintage mail-order form and publisher code Q15, providing a fascinating look at mass-market publishing history.
  • The back cover of the vintage paperback edition of 'Hard Times' by Studs Terkel. The weathered white cover features bold headlines: 'THE ALL AMERICAN BESTSELLER!' and praises it as a 'beautiful book' of American voices. The layout includes glowing reviews from The New Yorker, Pete Seeger, and Dwight Macdonald, alongside illustrations of Depression-era symbols like an NRA Eagle and an old truck.
  • Side-angle view of 'Hard Times' resting on a neutral background. The spine prominently displays the author's name in bold block letters and the Avon logo, reflecting the well-read condition of this Great Depression oral history classic. The screen captures the genuine vintage aging of this specific mass-market volume.
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Studs Terkel | Social History, Oral History, and US History

Hard Times by Studs Terkel

Hard Times by Studs Terkel

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Hard Times by Studs Terkel

Journey back to the Great Depression and experience its harsh realities through the unforgettable voices of ordinary Americans. In Studs Terkel's Hard Times, readers encounter farmers grappling with the Dust Bowl, city dwellers seeking sustenance in breadlines, and countless individuals navigating unemployment and poverty. These poignant, intimate narratives uncover the resilience, humor, and enduring strength of the human spirit amidst profound adversity. Explore the Great Depression's impact on families, communities, and the nation's identity, gaining invaluable insights into this pivotal period in American history. Discover a timeless testament to human experience in this unparalleled portrait of a nation in crisis, brought to life by Terkel's masterful storytelling.

Why You’ll Love This Book

Experience the Great Depression firsthand through diverse personal accounts of survival, resilience, and hope. Witness the human cost of economic hardship and celebrate the indomitable spirit of those who persevered. Gain a profound understanding of this era's impact on American society and its enduring relevance to contemporary issues.

Edition & Specifications

Publisher: Avon Books

Pages: 533

Format: Paperback

Publication Date: 1971

ISBN: 

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