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Guinness Book of the 20th Century

Written by: Steven Armstrong

Category: Non Fiction, Reference, World record books

Book Details:ISBN 10: 0851120571 ISBN 13: 9780851120577 Format: Hardback Page Count: 456 Publisher: Guinness World Records Limited Date Published: United Kingdom, September 30th, 1997 Language: English Edition:

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Condition: Very Good (7849-1)

$28.99

Notes: Dust jacket is worn

Synopsis:Every year since 1900 is treated individually on a spread-by-spread basis in this book, highlighted by the personalities who made the headlines that year - the Beatles in 1962, Oasis in 1996, the Spice Girls in 1997. Details are given of the stories that defined the year: the music, television, household objects, and stars, with features on political events. There are snapshot listings of who was born, married, published, celebrated, jailed, murdered and died, and lists of all annual Oscars, Golden Globes, Grammies, and Pulitzer Prize winners. It aims to be a combination of serious history and quirkier items.

Generic Used Book Descriptions:Very Good: These books have been read, but they are still in good condition. Wear and tear should be minimal. There should be no obvious damage to the cover, and have an undamaged spine with no tears. Pages will be intact, with none missing and no mis-prints or creases, and sho...