American Exceptionalism, 1607-2025
Power and Limits
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Beschreibung
This book sheds light on American exceptionalism—the belief that the United States is unique and superior and is destined to lead the world. It argues that this idea is not exclusive to the United States, as many other nations, including China, India, France, and Germany, have also claimed uniqueness based on their history, culture, or power. Such claims often distort reality, ignore comparisons, and justify questionable actions.
The book examines the roots of American exceptionalism in doctrines such as Manifest Destiny and the Doctrine of Discovery. It traces the impact of these doctrines on Native Americans, slavery, and U.S. identity. The book then follows America’s rise from isolationism to global dominance, examining its triumphs and contradictions as well as the challenges of the 21st century.
By providing a critical, historical, and global perspective on this powerful idea—including its origins, evolution, and limits—this book will appeal to scholars, students, and anyone interested in U.S. history, global politics, and the myths that shape nations.
This book sheds light on American exceptionalism—the belief that the United States is unique and superior and is destined to lead the world. It argues that this idea is not exclusive to the United States, as many other nations, including China, India, France, and Germany, have also claimed uniqueness based on their history, culture, or power. Such claims often distort reality, ignore comparisons, and justify questionable actions.
The book examines the roots of American exceptionalism in doctrines such as Manifest Destiny and the Doctrine of Discovery. It traces the impact of these doctrines on Native Americans, slavery, and U.S. identity. The book then follows America’s rise from isolationism to global dominance, examining its triumphs and contradictions as well as the challenges of the 21st century.
By providing a critical, historical, and global perspective on this powerful idea—including its origins, evolution, and limits—this book will appeal to scholars, students, and anyone interested in U.S. history, global politics, and the myths that shape nations.
Examines the myths of American exceptionalism through a critical, historical, and global lens Presents how doctrines like Manifest Destiny shaped U.S. identity, power, and foreign policy Challenges assumptions of national superiority with nuanced comparisons across cultures and eras
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Deepak Tripathi
Themen in »American Exceptionalism, 1607-2025«
American exceptionalism U.S. foreign policy Manifest Destiny US history Doctrine of Discovery National identity Global politics Superpower dynamics Isolationism World order Slavery in the United States Indigenous peoples Cold War American War of Independence Interventionism