Each volume in the Working Americans series focuses on a particular type of American and illustrates what life was like for that group from the 1800s to the present time. The volumes are arranged into decade-long chapters. Profiles cover a wide range of ethnic groups and span the entire country.

Provides the reader with a deeper understanding of day to day life in America during a particular decade. This series is sure to be of value as both a serious research tool for students of American history as well as an intriguing climb up America's family tree. The richly-illustrated text provides an interesting way to study a unique time in American history.

This ongoing series serves as a stepping stone in understanding specific careers and provides a wealth of information on the education and training needed within each profession along with a look towards the future of the field with an informative employment outlook.

This ongoing series serves as a stepping stone in understanding specific careers and provides a wealth of information on the education and training needed within each profession along with a look towards the future of the field with an informative employment outlook.

Each volume in the Working Americans series focuses on a particular type of American and illustrates what life was like for that group from the 1800s to the present. The volumes are arranged into decade-long chapters, each introducing to the reader three individuals or families. Profiles examine life at home, life at work, life in the community, family finances, cost of living and amusements.