What Is America?
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ISBN10: 1163594369
ISBN13: 9781163594360
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 170
Weight: 0.52
Height: 0.36 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781163594360
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 170
Weight: 0.52
Height: 0.36 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
What Is America? by Edward Alsworth Ross is a comprehensive analysis of the American identity and the unique characteristics that define the nation. Ross, a prominent sociologist and historian, explores the cultural, political, and economic factors that have shaped America and made it distinct from other nations. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the country's founding principles, the role of immigration in shaping the American identity, the influence of religion on American culture, and the impact of industrialization and capitalism on the country's development. Ross also examines the complex relationship between race and American identity, exploring the history of slavery and the ongoing struggle for civil rights.Throughout the book, Ross emphasizes the importance of understanding America's unique identity in order to fully appreciate its strengths and weaknesses. He argues that America's diversity and openness to change have been key factors in its success, but also acknowledges the challenges that arise from these qualities.Written in a clear and engaging style, What Is America? is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of one of the world's most complex and fascinating nations. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the American identity and the forces that have shaped it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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