Eyewitness to History: Major Cultural Movements

A movement is a collective effort by a mass of people to achieve reforms in a society. Movements have organized around civil rights, women's rights, labor reforms, and environmental protections, among other issues. This fascinating series permits readers access to the major cultural movements in the United States, movements that are still relevant and making headlines today. Each in-depth book features the writings and speeches of those integral to the effort and aids in explaining the origins, tactics, and results of each movement. Photographs of major events accompany the text and allow readers further insight into each social movement.