The Anarchy of Empire in the Making of U.S. Culture (Convergences: Inventories of the Present)

Name: The Anarchy of Empire in the Making of U.S. Culture (Convergences: Inventories of the Present)
Author: Unknown Author
ISBN: 9780674017597

by Unknown Author

272 pages2005Harvard University PressISBN 9780674017597

History Classics

Open in BookOwl Download on App Store

About this book

"In this book, Amy Kaplan shows how U.S. imperialism - from "Manifest Destiny" to the "American Century" - has profoundly shaped key elements of American culture at home, and how the struggle for power over foreign peoples and places has disrupted the quest for domestic order.". "The neatly ordered kitchen in Catharine Beecher's household manual may seem remote from the battlefields of Mexico in 1846, just as Mark Twain's Mississippi may seem distant from Honolulu in 1866, or W. E. B. Du Bois's reports of the East St. Louis race riot from the colonization of Africa. But, as this book reveals, such apparently disparate locations are cast into jarring proximity by imperial expansion. In literature, journalism, film, political speeches, and legal documents, Kaplan traces the undeniable connections between American efforts to quell anarchy abroad and the eruption of such anarchy at the heart of the empire."--BOOK JACKET.

Publication Details

Publisher: Harvard University Press
Published: 2005
Pages: 272
ISBN: 9780674017597

About Unknown Author

Born in Chicago, Illinois, Amy's journey has spanned continents, gathering stories from Illinois to Australia. She's cherished as a mother to four wonderful children, a son-in-law, a stepson, and two delightful grandchildren. In their embrace, games and stories unite the family, creating bonds that last a lifetime. Family is Amy's anchor. Games played; stories shared - they form the fabric of her existence. As she roamed the world, her adventures forged friendships that transcended borders and cultures. She brings these connections to life in her work. Amy's family has always harnessed stories and games to nurture bonds. These traditions have seeped into her writing, creating narratives that engage, entertain, and foster unity. Immerse yourself in tales that span generations and cultures. Explore her captivating stories and gaming aids, a testament to the power of imagination, family, and connection. Dive into Amy N. Kaplan's world now. Experience the magic that happens when ink meets creativity.