Presents a guide to the United States for the foreign visitor, discussing such aspects of American culture as individualism, informality, optimism, the work eth

What is America? Is it a hegemonic superpower, composed of ruthlessly selfish capitalists? Or is it a land of hope and glory, a shelter for the huddled masses,

Newly revised and updated for 2016. A unique, insightful, and sometimes comical look into the behavior of the average American. Have you ever wondered who these

The United States has been epitomized as a land of opportunity, where hard work and skill can bring personal success and economic well-being. The American Dream

A thoughtful, balanced, and timely book. The lively prose and vivid illustrations, capture the excitement of America's multicultural history in a way that is ac