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Summary: Finally...
Review: Finally, a book that takes statistics and makes them intersting and entertaining, even for the non-sociologist. By revealing the truth about social trends encompasing all aspects of American life, there really is something in this book for everyone. If you are at all interested in the way our society has developed over the last hundred years, this book is a must have. It is easy reading that is full of hundreds of interesting tid bits about our culture and history. Ben Wattenberg and Theodore Caplow have really hit the nail on the head this time!!!
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Summary: Finally...
Review: Finally, a book that takes statistics and makes them intersting and entertaining, even for the non-sociologist. By revealing the truth about social trends encompasing all aspects of American life, there really is something in this book for everyone. If you are at all interested in the way our society has developed over the last hundred years, this book is a must have. It is easy reading that is full of hundreds of interesting tid bits about our culture and history. Ben Wattenberg and Theodore Caplow have really hit the nail on the head this time!!!
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Summary: Fantastic Resource!
Review: I bought this book when it was first published and have referred to it again and again. It's a fascinating book that's not only interesting to read cover to cover, but a great resource to have on hand.
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Summary: TO THE POINT
Review: If you are looking for an explaination of this country's history of social trends without having to go into other useless detail, then this is the book for you. First Measured Century provides graphs and information in a very user friendly approach. Whether doing research or for your own general knowlege, First Measured Century can satisfy any reason for your wanting to be informed about any changes in this society's history.
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Summary: Got Knowledge?
Review: Students, statisticians, and nerds all over the world can finally unite beneath the deluge of data in this book. The research team for this book did the number-seeking, number-crunching, and pretty-graph making for you. Now, even poor masses of undergraduate sociology students can safely tackle 100 years of data on the United States. These charts will make you think, ponder, and perhaps even lol (laugh out loud).In no other book will you find such a great volume of information....and no other book will treat you so gently as it crams your mind full of knowledge. I give this book five stars, two thumbs up, and one helluva high five. *high five*
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Summary: Got Knowledge?
Review: Students, statisticians, and nerds all over the world can finally unite beneath the deluge of data in this book. The research team for this book did the number-seeking, number-crunching, and pretty-graph making for you. Now, even poor masses of undergraduate sociology students can safely tackle 100 years of data on the United States. These charts will make you think, ponder, and perhaps even lol (laugh out loud). In no other book will you find such a great volume of information....and no other book will treat you so gently as it crams your mind full of knowledge. I give this book five stars, two thumbs up, and one helluva high five. *high five*
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Summary: An impressive work
Review: The First Measured Century engages readers through its unique design, substantial content, and impartiality. Instead of focusing on one sociological topic, authors discussed many subjects that had corresponding subcategories. Each subcategory provides definitions of pertinent vocabulary and influences regarding the respective issue (whether a causal or multifactor relationship). In addition to an explanation, the adjacent page illustrates the sociological topic via charts. I congratulate the authors for their impressive portrayal of 100 years of statistical data that grasps the attention of general readers. If you are looking for a good read, I recommend this book, which will nullify the daily assumptions and/or presuppositions of American life.
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Summary: The First Measured Century--an Antidote to Ignorance
Review: The First Measured Century is a masterful compendium of facts and commentary on the 20th century seen through a vast array of statistics. The effect of the book is to smash many stereotypes about our nation and the 20th century, and to raise numerous, thoughtful questions regarding where we've been and where we're going. I enthusiastically recommend this book for anyone who really wants to know what went on in the last century. It will also make a terrific textbook for high school or college courses dealing with history, social change, social issues, and so on. You've got to get this book, and keep it close at hand for years to come if you want to be well-informed.
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Summary: Making statistics interesting
Review: The First Measured Century is a very infomative book. It actually makes statistical trends more interesting. By reading this book you gain a new perspective on American life. You are no longer listening to the fallacies given in popular American culture, you are learning the truth behind the statistics that were gathered throughout the past century. Reading about how education, family, and health have been flucuating and/or staying the same as it was in the past, is an exciting aspect for readers everywhere. This book is a must read for anyone interested in the social sciences. It is also well cited making it easier for the reader to take it apon himself to learn more about our society.
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Summary: FMC is superior!!!!
Review: The First Measured Century is an excellent compilation of statistical data, full of tidbits of useful information. Never before have so many social trends been charted and explained in a single book. The FMC is a great conversation starter, and a wonderful addition to any coffee table. Memorize the social trends and astound your friends with " i did not know that" factoids that will blow their minds. An excellent source of information on social life in the United States. Ben Wattenberg is pure genius. That Hicks guy is okay too.
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