The American Year Book: A Record of Events and Progress, 1913 (Classic Reprint)

A thorough, date-stamped portrait of the year in American politics, economy, science, and culture.

The American Year Book: A Record of Events and Progress, 1913 provides a comprehensive, society-backed view of a pivotal year. This edition surveys American life in politics, economics, sociology, the sciences, the arts, and the humanities, placing national events in a broader world context for clarity and reference.

It highlights the year’s major political developments, legislative actions, and external relations, while also spotlighting advances in research, industry, and social reform. The work is designed as a practical reference, with organized topics, careful indexing, and contributions from experts across many fields, making it useful for readers who want a reliable snapshot of the era.

• Detailed summaries of political events and congressional action, including the era’s leadership and policy debates.
• Broad coverage of economic trends, social issues, and cultural progress shaping the nation.
• In-depth examinations of international relations and the United States’ place on the world stage.
• Extensive illustrations of how science, the arts, and humanities intersect with daily life and national growth.

Ideal for researchers, students, and readers seeking a concise, authoritative reference on this period in American history.