THREE YEARS DOWN

by Jonathan Norton Leonard ‧ RELEASE DATE: Oct. 20, 1939

Crisp recital of the three years of depression, a quick survey of rosy dreams and starry eyed acceptance of the boom, then a detailed analysis (with a few digs at Mr. Hoover). The rumblings of the crash, the futile attempts to avoid complete collapse, the disintegration of Hoover, the rise of groups intent on showing some sort of revolt against conditions, the part played by the bankers, the evolution of cooperatives, the social and economic results, and the hope with which people turned to Roosevelt. A sardonic review told in breezy, provocative fashion, and ending on the note that depression may have been salutary, since it forced Americans to start from scratch. Good male reading, guaranteed to provoke argument and controversy.

Pub Date: Oct. 20, 1939

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: -

Publisher: Carrick & Evans

Review Posted Online: N/A

Kirkus Reviews Issue: Oct. 1, 1939

Categories: NONFICTION