Sinopsis

About the seriesThe Access to History series is the most popular and trusted series for advanced level history students, offering:-Authoritative, engaging and accessible content-Comprehensive coverage of the new 2008 AS and A level specifications-Desing features, study guides and web support to help students achieve exam successCivil Rights in the USA 1945-68Civil Rights in the USA 1945-68 has been written specifically to support the Edexcel and AQA AS Units for the 2008 specifications. It draws on the respected and best-selling title Race Relations in the USA 1860-1981 and adapts this content in order to cover the requirements of the shorter units. Tracing the development of African-American civil rights in the USA this titles ranges from segregation in the 1950s to the growth of radicalism in the sixties.Throughout the book, key dates, terms and issues are highlighted, and historical interpretations of key debates are outlined. Summary diagrams are included to consolidate knowledge and understanding of the period, and exam-style questions and tips written by examiners for each examination board provide the opportunity to develop exam skills.