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As the page turns from the 1900's to the 21 st century, reflections on the past 100 years are in order. Many august institutions have weighed in with lists of the 100 most important films, novels and non-fiction books of the past twenty years. Offering a deeper understanding of the full artistic , historical, social, cultural, scientific and intellectual sweep of the past 100 ye ars comes Icons of the Century, written by esteemed writer, editor, novelist and cul tural historian Giorgio Taborelli.~ validation-form-field.description_0001: ~ This lavish hardcover book offers more than just a list of important people from the past century. Taborelli has carefully chosen 100 representative icons from the world of politics, science, medicine, sports, the arts, along with figures who have prov ided great spiritual inspiration and villains who have shaped the world in the past 100 years. For some years an event, discovery or invention is spotlighted. In additi on to featuring one icon for each year, the book includes ample supporting photos, art, posters, newspaper headlines, memorabilia and timelines, which frame each icon in historical perspective, making the book much more than just a list of names and events. Taborelli's informed, thoughtful and extensively researched text is accompanied by a dazzling visual presentation. Rare photographs, vintage film posters, great works o f art and provocative images, as well as some of the most enduring visual records of the 20th century, amplify the story of the people and events that make up the rich chronological tapest ry of the past 100 years. Great care has gone into the layout and design of the book, making it a book that is sure to be enjoyed by many generations of readers who want to learn about the 20th century. Looking back, evaluating and understanding a year or a decade can be both a challeng e and a thought-provoking experience. With Icons Of The Century, the reader is affor ded the most complete, visually stimulating, well written and entertaining, yet concise book to look back on a century tha t changed the world. - from Amzon