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Civilization, Modern American influences Luce, Henry Robinson 1898-1967 National characteristics, American Politics and culture United States Social values United States Social values United States History 20th century United States Civilization 20th century United States Economic conditions 20th century United States Foreign relations 20th century United States Social conditions 20th centuryJacoby, Susan
Summary: Traces the current of anti-intellectualism from post-WWII to the present and argues that the nation's cult of unreason is both deadly and destructive.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Pantheon Books 2008
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 973.91 JACKleinknecht, William
Summary: Since Ronald Reagan left office--and particularly after his death--his shadow has loomed large over American politics: Republicans and many Democrats have waxed nostalgic, extolling the Republican tradition he embodied, the optimism he espoused, and his abilities as a communicator. This carefully calibrated image is complete fiction, argues journalist William Kleinknecht. The Reagan presidency...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Nation Books 2009
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 973.927 KLEMcHugh, Jess
Summary: "What does it take to be a good American? And who gets to decide? Journalist Jess McHugh examines thirteen seemingly innocuous, mega-bestselling reference books, guidebooks, and self-help books that have become blueprints for core American values and shaped our national story"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dutton 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 973 MCHNeedleman, Jacob.
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Publisher / Publication Date: J.P. Tarcher/Putnam 2002
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 973 NEESummary: Declares "the American century", the name Henry Luce gave to an era of American prosperity beginning in 1941, dead, and collects essays explaining what the American century was and meant, and why many believe it has met a premature demise.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harvard University Press 2012