american national characteristics

Examines the characteristics of some of the original American colonists, looking at how they were forced to adapt old traditions to the realities of life in the New World, creating a unique culture based on practicality and common sense.

Presents thirteen political debates which identify the United States' role in the world including issues related to immigration, presidential power, and the environment.

Jane Buckingham, founder of the consulting company The Intelligence Group, draws on interviews with dozens of people in a wide range of industries to predict how American culture, government, and society will change in the future.

Examines the use of surveys, polls and other forms of statistical measurements taken after World War I and their effects on the ways in which Americans think of themselves and their communities.

Compares the America that Alexis de Tocqueville saw and wrote about in 1831 with America at the end of the twentieth century.

Featuring a blend of original reporting and history, each chapter explains a current event through its social and historical contexts, and looks for connections between 21st-century America and the ideas of the founding fathers.

On title page: A revised edition of "Fads, Follies and Delusions of the American people" including new diets, quick cures, campus bloodshed, the cults, jogging, skyjacking, millionaire athletes, and much more.

Presents an illustrated collection of writings from throughout the history of America, featuring short stories and literary excerpts from fictional works, poems, essays and speeches by historic Americans, letters, songs, facts, recipes, and copies of significant documents including the U.S. Constitution.

Presents illustrated essays that describe over eighty events, people, places, things, and ideas the authors have chosen as representative of America's greatness.

A study of the social character of Americans, originally published in 1949, discussing the differences in social character, and the ways in which it is manifested, among people of various regions, eras, and groups.