Encompassing political, social, and cultural issues, this primary source reader allows students to hear the voices of the past, giving a richer understanding of American society since 1945. * Comprises over 50 documents, which incorporate political, social, and cultural history and encompass the viewpoints of ordinary people as well a variety of leaders * An extended introduction explains to students how to think and work like historians by using primary sources * Includes both written texts and photographs * Headnotes contextualize the documents and questions encourage students to engage critically with the sources