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American society today provides a balanced introduction to the defining features of contemporary American society.
Includes the ways in which the US can be considered ‘exceptional’ - the character of the 'American dream', the role of ethnicity and race, and the differences between the regions.
Considers in depth a number of contemporary debates including the claim that the US economy has lost its capacity to generate wealth and stimulate mobility, that there has been a process of civic disengagement as voluntary organisations have lost members, and that the traditional family is in decline.
Includes a thorough investigation of the effects of the terrorist attacks of September 11 and their aftermath.
Looks at the arguments put forward by those who assert that a common American identity has given way to a multitude of conflicting identities structured around factors such as race, ethnicity, gender and sexuality. -- .
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:168 pages
- Publisher:Manchester University Press
- Publication Date:31/10/2002
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- ISBN:9780719060229
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:168 pages
- Publisher:Manchester University Press
- Publication Date:31/10/2002
- Category:
- ISBN:9780719060229
