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It was a romantic, storyrich time in America full of drama (from the Stock Market Crash to The War of the Worlds), an assorted cast of reallife characters (from Babe Ruth to Baby Face Nelson), and intriguing settings for your fiction or nonfiction.In this potent reference, Marc McCutcheon fills you in on what everyday life was like back then. He gives you authentic, nittygritty details that will help you anchor your story in the era. Quotes from magazines, newspapers and books of the period illustrate some of the words and slang terms in context. Quickreference chronologies of events, popular movies, books and songs make factchecking easy.A great alternative to spending days digging around in your local library for vital background, The Writers Guide serves up a healthy slice of life to help you add color, depth and a ringoftruth to your writing.
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This book has some fantastic insights, especially regarding the Prohibition era. However, I felt the World War II section was a bit brief and could’ve used more examples. Still, it’s a decent guide for writers looking for historical context.
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Anjali Patel
Not What I Expected
I was a bit disappointed with this book. I thought it would be more about practical writing tips rather than just historical events. It arrived with a few bent pages, which didn’t help either. If you’re looking for something more instructional, this isn’t it.
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Mina Rodriguez
Insightful Read on Historical Writing
I really enjoyed 'The Writer's Guide to Everyday Life.' It dives deep into how various events shaped writing during the Prohibition and WWII. The anecdotes and examples are engaging, making it useful for both writers and history buffs. It’s a great resource for anyone wanting to understand the context behind everyday life in those times!
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