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Book SynopsisBroaches themes such as culture, politics, impenetrable tension and post-1945 America.
Trade ReviewThis is a marvelous book. -- Donald Grier Stephenson, Jr., Franklin & Marshall College
This anthology, full of lively selections, is graced by a most perceptive introduction. Bresler's treatment of cultural themes, as exemplified by movies, novels, and popular songs, makes the volume particularly suitable for students who have grown up in a 'media age.' Indeed, professors might well want to steal material for their lectures. -- Justus D. Doenecke, University of South Florida
A remarkable achievement. Bresler's work is original, unique, and balanced. His narrative covers the collapse of the American consensus as it emerged after World War II. In describing the seeds of discontent, Bresler tells a compelling story integrating popular culture and politics. It is finely crafted and supremely useful for teachers at nearly all levels. Even the most modest reference library will find this work essential. -- James Nathan, Auburn University at Montgomery
Bresler has put together a valuable collection of documents on U.S. political and cultural conflict from FDR's 1944 State of the Union address to Nixon's Watergate speech. This collection, with Bresler's thoughtful interpretive essay, introduces students to important themes for understanding modern America. -- Barton J. Bernstein, Stanford University
Table of ContentsPart 1 Part I Chapter 2 The Rise and Fall of the American Consensus Chapter 3 Suggestions for Further Reading Part 4 Part II Chapter 5 State of the Union Address Chapter 6 The Vital Center Chapter 7 A Republican Looks at His Party Chapter 8 A Call to Greatness Chapter 9 Mlle. Gulliver en Amérique Chapter 10 The Know-Nothing Bohemians Chapter 11 The Motion Picture Production Code Chapter 12 Farewell Address Chapter 13 Letter from Birmingham Jail Chapter 14 Commencement Address at American University Chapter 15 The Sharon Statement Chapter 16 The Port Huron Statement Chapter 17 Commencement Address at the University of Michigan Chapter 18 Trapped in a System Chapter 19 The New Mutants Chapter 20 Sex and Caste Chapter 21 The Watergate Charges: Protecting the National Security
