Historical Dictionary of the George W. Bush Era

By (author) Richard S. Conley

Hardback - £115.00

Publication date:

01 October 2009

Length of book:

460 pages

Publisher

Scarecrow Press

ISBN-13: 9780810860636

The Historical Dictionary of the George W. Bush Era details the key events and major trends that defined the 43rd president of the United States from 2001-2008. The dictionary comprises detailed entries on important personalities, including the president, his advisors, his family, his opponents, and his critics, as well as members of Congress, military leaders, and international leaders. Other entries summarize important events, including those connected to the War on Terror, the War in Afghanistan, and the War in Iraq, as well as significant legislation and prominent policy issues.

Detailed chronologies track major events during Bush's presidency, including the 2000 election and Hurricane Katrina. The appendixes furnish data and graphics on Bush's advisors and cabinet, presidential success in Congress, vetoes, presidential approval, troop levels in Iraq, and military and civilian casualties in Iraq and Afghanistan. The extensive bibliography provides an invaluable resource for additional reading and research. This book is a vital reference tool for any researcher interested in the presidency of George W. Bush.
The introduction is exceptional in providing context to help grasp the transformations that occurred during the Bush presidency and the varying views of his potential legacy....Recommended for academic libraries and public libraries where it would meet a collection need.