{"product_id":"2026200009463-secondhand-the-twenties","title":"The Twenties","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good. Jacket: No dust jacket - cover shows mild wear and slight fading. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No visible markings. Binding: Appears intact with no loose pages. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA richly detailed work of social and cultural history, The Twenties chronicles the tumultuous decade following the First World War, capturing the spirit of an era defined by rapid change, political upheaval, and cultural renaissance. John Montgomery presents a vivid panorama of the 1920s — from the rise of jazz and the flapper culture to the political tensions that would eventually lead Europe toward another catastrophic conflict. Drawing on a wealth of historical detail, the narrative illustrates how ordinary life was transformed by technological innovation, shifting social norms, and the anxious optimism of a generation trying to rebuild a world shattered by war. Written with authority and clarity, the book argues that the Twenties were not merely a frivolous interlude between two wars, but a defining crucible for modern Western society. An essential read for anyone seeking to understand the roots of the contemporary world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48888006246619,"sku":"2026200009463-SECONDHAND","price":12.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/72ee882f-1232-49b6-b480-8e3469c510fe.png?v=1781752335","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026200009463-secondhand-the-twenties","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}