1974 Information Please Almanac Atlas and Yearbook [Paperback] Golenpaul, Dan (ed.)

$32

1974 edition. Paperback cover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks and stains, and bending. Spine has significant reading creases and wear. Pages have some marks but largely are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-thumbed copy of the 1974 Information Please Almanac Atlas and Yearbook offers a captivating time capsule of a pivotal year marked by political upheaval, cultural shifts, and global tensions. Edited by Dan Golenpaul, it captures the zeitgeist of post-Watergate America while providing comprehensive coverage of current events, trends, and pop culture. Despite its worn exterior, a testament to frequent use, the interior pages remain largely intact, inviting readers to explore the complexities of this transformative era.

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1974 edition. Paperback cover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks and stains, and bending. Spine has significant reading creases and wear. Pages have some marks but largely are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-loved copy of the 1974 Information Please Almanac Atlas and Yearbook is a time capsule of the turbulent and transformative year that it represents. Edited by Dan Golenpaul, a member of the family that had published the iconic reference work since the 1930s, this edition captures the zeitgeist of a nation grappling with the aftermath of the Watergate scandal, the ongoing Cold War tensions, and the energy crisis. Beyond its comprehensive coverage of current events, it offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural landscape of the time, with articles on the latest trends in literature, music, and pop culture. Despite its worn exterior, a testament to its frequent use, the interior pages remain largely intact, making it a valuable resource for researchers, historians, and collectors alike. This copy invites readers to immerse themselves in the complexities and contradictions of a pivotal era in American history.

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Weight 22.72 lbs
Dimensions 20.32 × 21.84 × 5.33 in
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