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African Americans in Long Beach and Southern California: A History


Racial discrimination and unrest are intertwined with the history of Long Beach and Southern California in Ms. Burnett’s latest book. African Americans in Long Beach and Southern California begins in the 1800s and continues to 1970, reaching into later years to describe what that history has led to today. Ms. Burnett spent over five years researching recently digitized African American newspapers which has allowed her access to the black perspective on issues rarely written about in the white press or by other authors. Personal stories, legislation, Southland history and possible solutions to decades old problems are presented, making for an interesting and informative read. It is a unique work, sure to open the eyes of many.

Pages: 429

Size: 6″x9″


The Red Scare, UFOs & Elvis: Long Beach Enters the Atomic Age


The baby boomer generation (1946–1964) grew up in a time of dramatic social change. Their experiences in the Cold War were very different from those of their parents. While adults perceived communism as a threat to the American way of life—to their health and well-being and those of their families—their children learned to fear the loss of a future they could grow into and inhabit. These kids of the atomic age wondered if they might be the last children on earth. They were raised on civil defense films, tales of nuclear annihilation, and a world taken over by communism. America had entered the atomic age. Flying saucers were big news, communism appeared rampant, a war in Korea erupted, teens turned to murderers, and there was fear the world might end. It was also a time of transition. Rock ’n’ roll entered the scene, space flight became a reality, and the public learned not to blindly accept what the government told them, especially when it came to atomic radiation and waste.

 

 

  • Pages: 170
  • Size: 6×9

 

 

 


Died in Long Beach – Cemetery Tales


Non-fiction, paperback, 316 pages

Click here to read an excerpt.


Haunted Long Beach 2


non-fiction, softcover, 200 pages

 


Fighting Fear


non-fiction, softcover, 188 pages

What reviewers have to say: Press-Telegram — “‘Fighting Fear’ in Long Beach in the World War II years” by Tim Grobaty


Murderous Intent?


non-fiction, softcover, 163 pages

 

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