"The 1980s: A Brief History" presents a comprehensive look at a decade of excess, personal computing, MTV, and Reaganomics. This compact digital compendium helps you track the diverse forces that shaped the decade. You’ll explore the exciting history behind the decade’s biggest cultural, political, and technological standouts.
You’ll also gain valuable insight into groundbreaking events and major figures from the 1980s, including:
The End of the Cold War
The Arrival of Reaganomics
MTV, The Brat Pack and Other ‘80s Cultural Phenomena
The Challenger Disaster
IBM and Apple
Middle East Unrest
...and more. Stunning photos coupled with rarely-seen historical video footage provide added dimension throughout this Brief History.