An interdisciplinary introduction to early modern cross-cultural encounters and their influences on the development of world societies.
Cambridge Essential HistoriesReihe
Diese Reihe taucht tief in entscheidende Ereignisse, einflussreiche Persönlichkeiten und kritische Fragestellungen der Weltgeschichte ein. Sie bietet fesselnde und aufschlussreiche Erkundungen der historischen Landschaften Amerikas, Asiens, Afrikas, Europas und Lateinamerikas. Jeder Band präsentiert thesengetriebene Erzählungen, die als exzellente Ergänzungstexte für Studenten und Geschichtsinteressierte dienen, die ein umfassendes Verständnis der Vergangenheit suchen.
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Focusing on key espionage incidents from the early Cold War, this 2006 publication delves into the intricate world of spies and intelligence operations. It examines notable cases that shaped international relations and explores the motivations and consequences behind these covert activities, providing a comprehensive understanding of the era's geopolitical tensions. The book offers insights into the lives of spies and their impact on history, making it a significant resource for those interested in Cold War dynamics.
Focusing on the evolution of movies, radio, and television, this book situates the entertainment industry within the broader context of American history. It explores how these mediums have shaped and reflected cultural trends, societal changes, and technological advancements over time, offering insights into their impact on American life and identity.
The Genesis of Industrial America, 1870-1920
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Focusing on the transformative period from 1870 to 1920, the book presents a fresh perspective on American business history, highlighting the emergence of big business. It explores the economic, social, and cultural dynamics that shaped the landscape of American enterprise during this pivotal era, offering insights into the influential figures and innovations that defined the time. This interpretation challenges conventional narratives, providing a deeper understanding of how these developments laid the groundwork for modern capitalism.
Addresses the reasons the atomic bombs were used against Hiroshima and Nagasaki and the role they played in Japan's surrender.
In the Shadow of the Cold War
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This book examines American engagement with the world from the fall of Soviet communism through the opening years of the Trump administration. While Timothy J. Lynch argues that the Cold War cast a shadow on every president that came after it, he finds that the US remained the world's dominant power.
Unrequited Toil
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Written as an introduction for undergraduate students, Unrequited Toil explores the history of American slavery from the American Revolution to post- Civil War Reconstruction. Personal narratives are used across twelve chronologically ordered chapters to explore themes such as politics, economics, labor, literature, rebellion, and social conditions.
This book is a general history of the Spanish Civil War, providing a clear and objective account of its origins in Spanish domestic affairs.
Radicals in America offers the first complete and continuous history of left- wing social movements in the United States from the Second World War to the present.
The Most Controversial Decision
Truman, the Atomic Bombs, and the Defeat of Japan
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Exploring the decision to use atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, this book delves into the strategic rationale behind their deployment and examines their significant impact on Japan's surrender in World War II. It provides insights into the political and military contexts that influenced this pivotal moment in history.
The book explores the evolving dynamics between government and religion in America from 1607 to 1837, analyzing key ideas and public policies that shaped this relationship. It delves into historical contexts and significant events that influenced how religion and governance interacted, offering insights into the foundational principles that guided early American society. Through a detailed examination, it highlights the complexities and debates surrounding religious freedom and state involvement in spiritual matters during this transformative period.
Early Cold War Spies
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This book explores the evolution of American anticommunism from the 1920s to the Cold War, highlighting key spy trials of the era. It examines how these cases, involving Communist cooperation with Soviet espionage, intensified public fear and scrutiny, while also navigating the challenges of the American justice system.
Kort goes beyond the dominant orthodox narrative surrounding the Vietnam War, incorporating insight from revisionist scholarship on the war, to provide a comprehensive and concise case that the United States could and should have been able to win the war at far less cost than it suffered in... číst celé