This volume of The Encyclopedia Americana International Edition contains articles arranged alphabetically from Latin America to Lytton. It presents comprehensive and scholarly information on subjects including geography, politics, culture, history, literature, and notable biographies. As part of the thirty-volume encyclopedia set published by Americana Corporation, this volume provides authorit…
This book analyzes the United States’ undeclared war against the Sandinista government in Nicaragua during the 1980s. Edited by Thomas W. Walker, the volume brings together multiple scholars who examine the political, military, and ideological dimensions of U.S. intervention under President Ronald Reagan. The contributors detail the strategies used to destabilize the Sandinistas, the role of …
This textbook examines the foundations of the American political system, focusing on the interaction between economics, law, and public policy. Written by Alan Stone and Richard P. Barke, the book provides an analytical overview of U.S. governmental structures, constitutional principles, policymaking processes, and the economic forces shaping political decisions. It serves as a comprehensive in…
This book chronicles the journey of Hiram Bingham, the American explorer credited with rediscovering Machu Picchu in 1911. Christopher Heaney explores Bingham's personal life, his ambitions as a scientist and politician, and the controversies surrounding his expedition methods and the retrieval of Inca artifacts. Through in-depth historical research, the book reveals the complex relationship be…
This book examines the complex political and diplomatic relationships among Mexico, Central America, and the United States. Originally published in Spanish and later translated into English, the volume provides an in-depth analysis of regional tensions, foreign policy strategies, and shifting geopolitical dynamics. Drawing on multidisciplinary perspectives, the authors explore economic dependen…
This biography by Nicholas King provides an overview of the early life, military service, political career, and personal background of George H. W. Bush, who later became the 41st President of the United States. The book examines Bush’s rise through public service, including his roles in Congress, diplomacy, intelligence leadership, and the vice presidency. It presents a clear and accessible …
As special assistant to the president, Arthur Schlesinger witnessed firsthand the politics and personalities that influenced the now legendary Kennedy administration. Schlesinger’s close relationship with JFK, as a politician and as a friend, has resulted in this authoritative yet intimate account in which the president “walks through the pages, from first to last, alert, alive, amused and …
This autobiography presents the life story of Eleanor Roosevelt, one of the most influential First Ladies and human rights advocates of the twentieth century. Written in her own voice, the book recounts her childhood, personal struggles, public role during Franklin D. Roosevelt’s presidency, and her later work with the United Nations. It offers an intimate look into her development as a polit…
This book presents a dialogue between Japanese journalist Junnosuke Kishida and former U.S. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger on the major political, economic, and strategic challenges facing the world as it approaches the twenty-first century. Through a series of in-depth conversations, the two discuss global power shifts, U.S.–Japan relations, security issues, and the future of internation…
This biography by Melvin I. Urofsky examines the life and judicial philosophy of Supreme Court Justice Louis D. Brandeis, one of the most influential figures in the American Progressive movement. The book explores Brandeis’s legal career, his advocacy for social and economic reform, and his lasting contributions to civil liberties, privacy rights, and democratic governance. Edited by Oscar Ha…