Land of Desire
| Author | : William R. Leach |
| Publisher | : Vintage |
| Total Pages | : 561 |
| Release | : 2011-06-15 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780307761149 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0307761142 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (142 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Land of Desire by : William R. Leach
Download or read book Land of Desire written by William R. Leach and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2011-06-15 with total page 561 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This monumental work of cultural history was nominated for a National Book Award. It chronicles America's transformation, beginning in 1880, into a nation of consumers, devoted to a cult of comfort, bodily well-being, and endless acquisition. 24 pages of photos.