Washington Rules: America’s Path to Permanent War examines the long-standing foreign policy consensus that has shaped the United States’ global military posture since the mid-20th century. Andrew J. Bacevich argues that a deeply rooted set of strategic assumptions—maintained by political leaders, military institutions, and foreign-policy elites—has guided the nation toward continuous mi…
bstract: This monograph analyzes United States strategic policies and military involvement in the Persian Gulf region during the period of regional upheaval. Edited by Leila Meo, the book examines the political motivations, geopolitical interests, and interventionist actions taken by the United States, particularly in relation to liberation movements and regional conflicts. It provides critic…
“Basic Documents in American History” is a curated collection of foundational texts that shaped the political, social, and legal development of the United States. Compiled by historian Richard B. Morris, the book presents key documents—from colonial charters and revolutionary writings to early national policies—that illustrate the evolution of American governance and democratic ideals. …
White House Diary presents President Jimmy Carter’s detailed, day-to-day reflections during his years in the White House from 1977 to 1981. Drawn from his personal diary entries, the book provides an intimate look at major political decisions, diplomatic challenges, and domestic issues faced during his presidency. Carter offers insights into global events, key policy debates, and his interact…
Undaunted Courage is a comprehensive biography and historical narrative that follows Meriwether Lewis, Thomas Jefferson’s trusted secretary, and his role in leading the Lewis and Clark Expedition across the uncharted American West from 1804 to 1806. Stephen E. Ambrose explores Lewis’s personal life, his relationship with Jefferson, the expedition’s challenges, interactions with Native Ame…
A former lieutenant who fought in Vietnam describes his emotional journey to reconciliation with his former enemies while participating in a humanitarian aid program in Vietnam.
First published in 1945 and reissued as part of the New York Review Books Classics series, this work by George R. Stewart offers a comprehensive and engaging history of how places across the United States received their names. Blending linguistic analysis, folklore, and cultural history, the book explores Indigenous, colonial, regional, and modern naming traditions. Stewart traces the influence…
In this thought-provoking work, Michael Medved challenges widely circulated misconceptions about American history, culture, and national identity. The book identifies ten major “lies” or distortions that the author argues have shaped negative public perceptions of the United States. Combining historical analysis, cultural commentary, and political insight, Medved examines themes such as Ame…
This book offers a revisionist account of United States history as presented by filmmaker Oliver Stone and historian Peter Kuznick. Serving as a companion to the acclaimed documentary series, it reexamines key political, military, and ideological developments of the 20th and early 21st centuries. The authors challenge conventional narratives by highlighting overlooked events, suppressed documen…
This scholarly work examines the formation of professional identity among United States Foreign Service Officers during the period 1908–1931. Robert D. Schulzinger analyzes the recruitment, education, social background, and career expectations of diplomats in the early twentieth century, illustrating how their training and worldview shaped American diplomacy. The book explores institutional r…