Of Mice and Men: Stock Market Crash

Almost overnight, the hopes, dreams, and life savings of millions of Americans were wiped out when the stock market crashed in October of 1929, and ushered in the Great Depression. This book tells how the unthinkable happened, and how the crash changed the course of history.

Explores the 1929 Stock Market Crash and how that event has sculpted societies, the sciences, and politics.

Over six terrifying, desperate days in October 1929, the fabulous fortune that Americans had built in stocks plunged with a fervor never seen before. At first, the drop seemed like a mistake, a mere glitch in the system. But as the decline gathered steam, so did the destruction. Over twenty-five billion dollars in individual wealth was lost, vanished gone. People watched their dreams fade before their very eyes. Investing in the stock market would never be the same.

Each decade in 20th-century America is known for having a unique history and a different personality. Studying each decade one by one gives readers the chance to get a true feel for the character and events of the time. In addition to coverage of each presidential administration, important events, and historical trends, each compelling book includes information on what was happening in the arts, sciences, popular culture, fashion, and music.