In this compelling and informative exploration of American foreign policy, Stephen E. Ambrose and Douglas G. Brinkley delve into the evolution of the United States' global engagement.
Since it first appeared in 1971, Rise to Globalism has sold hundreds of thousands of copies. The ninth edition of this classic survey, now updated through the administration of George W. Bush, offers a concise and informative overview of the evolution of American foreign policy from 1938 to the present, focusing on such pivotal events as World War II, the Cuban Missile Crisis, Vietnam, and 9/11.
Examining everything from the Iran-Contra scandal to the rise of international terrorism, the authors analyze-in light of the enormous global power of the United States-how American economic aggressiveness, racism, and fear of Communism have shaped the nation's evolving foreign policy.
Rise to Globalism is an essential read for those seeking to understand the historical context behind our nation'sinternational relations.
By:
Stephen E. Ambrose and Douglas G. Brinkley, Douglas G. Brinkley Imprint: Penguin Country of Publication: United Kingdom Edition: 9th Dimensions:
Height: 196mm,
Width: 129mm,
Spine: 27mm
Weight: 402g ISBN:9780142004944 ISBN 10: 0142004944 Pages: 570 Publication Date:07 April 2011 Audience:
College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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Primary
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Undergraduate
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Reviews for Rise to Globalism: American Foreign Policy Since 1938
An excellent survey of U.S foreign policy * Library Journal *
