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An investigation of how and why, from the 18th century to the present day, American resistance to the ruling elites has vanished, examining such topics as the rise of American capitalism, visionary attempts to protect the democratic commonwealth, the surrender to contemporary delusional fables of freedom, and the politics of fear.

Recalls where and how Al Qaeda and its core beliefs have morphed and spread and looks at the organization as it forms a master plan for the future while also experiencing rebellion from within. The American response to terrorism in the Middle East is covered through profiles of FBI agents and the head of the CIA and discussions of the capture and beheadings of American journalists by ISIS.

A comprehensive portrait of the 1960s that includes coverage of the era's counterculture movement, anti-war protests, and civil rights demonstrations.

As the 2000s moved forward, people changed the way they socialized, worked, and even entertained.

A series of articles dealing with the changing economic, political, and social aspects of present-day Canada and the influence of an emerging spirit of nationalism.

"This collection will introduce students and educators to a diverse range of genres, including journals, letters, speeches, government legislation, and court opinions. Documents represent the diversity of ideas and contexts that define social, political and cultural subjects throughout American history. This...resource provides students and researchers with many new ways to explore the 1940s, as the country was affected by World War II"--Amazon.com.

"Discusses the decade 1990-1999 in the United States in terms of culture, art, science, and politics"--Provided by publisher.

"Discusses the decade 1980-1989 in the United States in terms of culture, art, science, and politics"--Provided by publisher.