Wallechinsky, David, 1948-

The people's almanac presents the twentieth century : history with the boring parts left out / Twentieth century 20th century David Wallechinsky. - 1st ed. - Woodstock, N.Y. : Overlook Press, 1999. - xxi, 921 p. : ill ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Looks at notable people and events of the twentieth century, exploring such topics as crime, war, animals, movies, technology, religion, and sports. Includes a section of quotations arranged by subject.

Adult Follett Library Resources.

0879519444

99010233


Almanacs, American.
Handbooks, vade-mecums, etc.
Twentieth century--Miscellanea.
Almanacs.
World history--20th century--Miscellanea.

AY64 / .W27 1999

031.02 031