national characteristics, american

Shadow sets out on a journey across America fighting old myths and the gods of modern technology and material obsession when he takes employment with a man named Wednesday--otherwise known as the god Odin--after his release from prison and his wife's sudden death.

Journalist Tom Brokaw looks back on life in the United States during the 1960s, sharing the perspectives and experiences of famous and ordinary people who were affected by the tumultuous times, discussing changes that occurred in politics, culture, and society, and looking at how the era influenced events to come.

A collection of essays which explore how sports in the United States have taken on a religion-like quality, describing the spiritual hold that games and their players hold over American society.

One hundred and fifty ordinary citizens, politicians, and celebrities present short essays on what it means to be an American in light of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks; includes such figures as George Bush, Lisa Beamer, Maya Angelou, and William Shatner.

Contains full-color illustrations that follow Uncle Sam through the history of America since the early 1800s, recognizing the people and symbols that represent the nation.

Describes etiquette and customs in the United States, covering a wide range of information on topics including dining, socializing, and doing business. Provides a cultural quiz, do's and don'ts list, and annotated resource list.

A collection of twenty articles that promote cross-cultural awareness through an exploration of some of the major events of the 1970s and 1980s in Mexico, Spanish-speaking communities of the U.S., the Caribbean, Spain, Venezuela, Chile, Colombia, and Argentina.

Shadow sets out on a journey across America fighting old myths and the gods of modern technology and material obsession when he takes employment with a man named Wednesday--otherwise known as the god Odin--after his release from prison and his wife's sudden death.