American literature and culture, 1900-1960 / / Gail McDonald

• Record Nr.: UNINA9910975294503321
• Autore: McDonald Gail
• Pubbl/distr/stampa: Malden, MA, : Blackwell Pub., 2007
• ISBN: 9780470690741; 9780470680476; 0470680474
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource
• Collana: Blackwell introductions to literature ; ; 16
• Disciplina: 810.9/358
• Soggetti: American literature - 20th century - History and criticism; National characteristics, American, in literature; Literature and society - United States - History - 20th century; United States Civilization 20th century; United States In literature
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Nota di bibliografia: Includes bibliographical references (p. 217-230) and index.
• Sommario/riassunto: This introduction to American literature and culture from 1900 to 1960 is organized around four major ideas about America: that is it "big", "new", "rich", and "free". * Illustrates the artistic and social climate in the USA during this period. * Juxtaposes discussion of history, popular culture, literature and other art forms in ways that foster discussion, questioning, and continued study. * An appendix lists relevant primary and secondary works, including websites. * An ideal supplement to primary texts taught in American literature courses.

Marines In World War II - Marines At Midway [Illustrated Edition]

• Record Nr.: UNINA9910163216903321
• Autore: Heinl Jr. USMC Lieutenant Colonel R.D
• Pubbl/distr/stampa: San Francisco : , : Verdun Press, , 2014; ©2014
• ISBN: 1-78289-276-1
• Edizione: [1st ed.]
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (162 pages)
• Altri autori (Persone): Cates USMCGeneral C. B
• Soggetti: World War, 1939-1945; Military history, Modern - 20th century
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Nota di contenuto: Intro -- Table Of Contents -- Foreword -- Preface -- Chapter 1: Wake in the Shadow of War -- Final Preparations, Autumn, 1941 -- Chapter 2: The Enemy Strikes -- Raids Through 10 December -- Genesis of the Relief Expedition -- Enemy Plans and Actions, 8-11 December -- The Attempted Landing, 11 December -- Chapter 3: Enemy Attacks -- Through 22 December -- Enemy Plans and Actions, 11-21 December -- The Relief Attempt, 15-23 December -- Chapter 4: The Fall of Wake -- The Enemy Approach on Wake -- The Defense of Wake Island -- Enemy On Island-Issue In Doubt -- The Fight on Wilkes -- The Surrender and After -- Chapter 5: Conclusions -- Appendix I: Documentation and Bibliography -- Appendix II: Prewar History of Wake, 1586-1941 -- Appendix III: United States and Japanese Casualties -- Appendix IV: Wake Chronology -- Appendix V: United States and Japanese Task Organization and Command Structures -- Appendix VI: The Surrender of Wake by the Japanese -- Appendix VII: Terrain and Hydrography -- Appendix VIII: Command Staff, Marine Detachment, Wake -- Appendix IX -- REQUEST FROM THE PUBLISHER.
• Sommario/riassunto: The book is a historical monograph titled 'The Defense of Wake' by Lieutenant Colonel R.D. Heinl, Jr., detailing the defense of Wake Island by U.S. Marines during World War II. It explores the strategic significance of Wake Island, the events leading up to its defense, and the courage displayed by the Marines despite being outnumbered and ; ultimately overwhelmed by Japanese forces. The narrative provides an account of military adaptability and resilience, highlighting the importance of being prepared for ground combat. Intended for both students and general readers, the book offers a comprehensive study of the battle, supported by interviews with survivors and historical documentation.