“It is one of the many ironies of this period that, at a time when the intelligentsia were excoriating Mellon for tax-evasion, and contrasting the smooth-running Soviet planned economy with the breakdown in America, he was secretly exploiting the frantic necessities of the Soviet leaders to form the basis of one of America's most splendid public collections”
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Modern times: the world from the twenties to the nineties
This book offers an in-depth look at the significant events, social changes, and cultural developments that shaped the world during the first half of the 20th century. It covers a wide range of topics, including political events, technological advancements, and the evolution of art and literature. more
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