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The Long March How the Cultural Revolution of the 1960s Changed America

The Long March How the Cultural Revolution of the 1960s Changed America

EssaysHistory
Pages
326
Published
2000
Language
English

Synopsis

Roger Kimball explores how the cultural revolution of the 1960s and '70s fundamentally altered American society, impacting everything from personal values to national identity. He examines the influential figures who shaped this era, including Allen Ginsberg and Susan Sontag, to understand how their ideas took root. This book chronicles the success of this revolutionary movement and its lasting legacy, which continues to fuel contemporary culture wars.

Prose complexity
7/10

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About the author

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Roger Kimball

Roger Kimball is a critic and editor known for his writing on culture and politics. His books, including "The Long March" and "Tenured Radicals," examine the state of higher education and contemporary society. Kimball's work often explores the intersection of art, ideas, and political movements.

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