This book presents a collection of speeches, essays, and reflections by Jimmy Carter, written during his rise from governor of Georgia to President of the United States. Carter discusses themes of democracy, social justice, moral leadership, and the responsibilities of government to its citizens. Through personal insights and political commentary, he outlines his vision of a government defined …
This book reveals sixty-three government documents that expose controversial actions, hidden programs, and secret decisions made by the United States government. Compiled and commented on by Jesse Ventura with Dick Russell, the collection presents declassified reports and leaked files related to national security, surveillance, war, foreign policy, and government misconduct. The authors argue t…
American Conspiracies explores a wide range of alleged government cover-ups and hidden political agendas throughout United States history. Jesse Ventura and co-author Dick Russell examine topics such as political assassinations, surveillance, corporate influence, and secret government operations. Through investigative narratives and provocative arguments, the authors challenge official explanat…
American Power and World Order examines how the United States exercised global leadership after the end of the Cold War and especially following the attacks of September 11, 2001. Christian Reus-Smit analyzes the rise of American unilateralism, the structural and institutional foundations of U.S. power, and the challenges to American dominance in the emerging international system. The book expl…
The American Ascendancy examines how the United States rose to global dominance and developed its international influence from the 19th century through the modern era. Michael H. Hunt analyzes the political, economic, and ideological forces that shaped America’s expanding role in world affairs, highlighting pivotal moments in foreign relations, the evolution of U.S. hegemony, and the geopolit…
For a brief, bright moment in 1945, America stood at its apex, looking back on victory not only against the Axis powers but against the Great Depression, and looking ahead to seemingly limitless power and promise. What we've done with that power and promise over the past six decades is a vitally important and fascinating topic that has rarely been tackled in one volume, and never by a historian…
Evaluates the conservative movement that has swept across America in recent years, contending that conservatives have waged deliberate and effective campaigns against liberal advances, in an analysis that offers insight into right-wing politics and its organizers, representatives, and supporters.
“Reset: Iran, Turkey, and America’s Future” explores the complex geopolitical relationships between the United States and two pivotal Middle Eastern nations: Iran and Turkey. Stephen Kinzer argues that U.S. foreign policy has long relied on outdated assumptions and alliances, and proposes a strategic realignment that prioritizes diplomatic engagement with Iran and cooperation with Turkey.…
American Foreign Policy: Three Essays presents Henry A. Kissinger’s influential analyses of the strategic challenges confronting the United States during the Cold War era. In these essays, Kissinger examines the central issues of American foreign policy, the ideological and geopolitical forces shaping global power, and the need for a coherent national strategy. His reflections provide insight…
The Post-American World by Fareed Zakaria explores the shifting global landscape in which the dominance of the United States is challenged by the rapid rise of other nations, particularly China and India. Rather than describing the decline of America, Zakaria argues that the world is entering a “post-American” phase characterized by the rise of the rest. He examines historical patterns of g…