American Civilization: An Introduction

The eighth edition of the hugely successful American Civilization offers students the perfect background and introductory information on contemporary American life, examining the central dimensions of American society from geography and the environment to government and politics, religion, education, sports, media and the arts. 
Fully and comprehensively updated throughout with regard to events, processes, attitudes and major figures in society, culture and politics in the United States, this new edition brings the book up to date through: coverage of recent events including the 2020 US election and 2021 presidential inauguration; revised chapters on geography, women and minorities, and the media that incorporate more information on such themes as environmental legislation, the LGBTQ+ community, social media and people, all key themes in the study of American culture and society; the introduction of "topical studies" that connect small case studies to apposite illustrations to highlight key subjects within the field; and the inclusion of more discussion questions that require analysis and the use of evidence to substantiate argumentation to enable students to develop their own essay responses to typical questions that they may be asked. 
Supported by exercises and suggestions for further reading at the end of each chapter, a substantial chronology that covers key events in the history of the United States and a fully integrated companion website (www.routledge.com/cw/mauk), the textbook remains an essential introduction to American civilization, culture and society for American Studies students.

Oakland, John

Mauk, David

Tønnessen, Alf Tomas

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Routledge

"American Civilization" is a comprehensive introduction to contemporary American life. It examines the key institutions of American society, including state and local government, geography, education, law, media and culture. Emphasis is placed on the people of America, including "minorities" and issues of gender. It covers the whole range of topics taught at first year level, focused by careful, progressive structure. It is illustrated with pertinent and striking images and uses accessible and clear language. This textbook discusses the nature of American social institutions, their evolution over time through an on-going social debate over public and private needs and rights, the relation of institutions to the diverse complexity of the United States' physical landscape and population groups, and the nation's place in the world. Establishing clearly the facts and diversity of modern American life within an historical context, "American Civilization" offers an introduction to the complex identities of America.

Politics & Social Sciences

Anthropology

American Civilization is a comprehensive introduction to contemporary American life. It examines the key institutions of American society, including state and local government, geography, education, law, media and culture. This completely updated edition includes new figures and illustrations, coverage of Clinton's elections and the inauguration of his second administration. It offers: * coverage of all core American Studies topics at introductory level * vital historical context for America in the 1990s and its place in the world * an analysis of gender, class and race and the diverse population * striking and useful illustrations, questions and terms for discussion American Civilization discusses the nature of American social structures, their evolution over time through an on-going social debate and their relation to the diverse complexity of the United States' physical landscape. It is a vital introduction to the crucial and complex identities of America.

American Civilization

History

Americas

This third edition has been extensively revised and contains:* integration of the multicultural aspects of America* material on the South, and the African-American and Latino populations* integration of material on women throughout the text* an updated mass media chapter with more on I.T., the internet and globalization* a chronology illustrating the major events in all topics covered* a combined chapter on the state, local government and the political system* full coverage of the 'frontier' concept* more material on attitudes to the death penalty, gun control etc* completely updated illustrations.

This third edition has been extensively revised and contains: * integration of the multicultural aspects of America * material on the South, and the African-American and Latino populations * integration of material on women throughout the text * an updated mass media chapter with more on I.T., the internet and globalization * a chronology illustrating the major events in all topics covered * a combined chapter on the state, local government and the political system * full coverage of the 'frontier' concept * more material on attitudes to the death penalty, gun control etc * completely updated illustrations.

Thoroughly revised, this fourth edition of a hugely successful text provides students of American studies with the perfect background and introductory information on contemporary American life.  This fourth edition covers all the central dimensions of American society from geography and the environment, government and politics, to religion, education, media and the arts. American Civilization:  covers all core American studies topics at introductory level contains essential historical background for American studies students at the start of the twenty-first century analyzes gender, class and race, and America's cosmopolitan population contains photos, case studies, questions and terms for discussion, and suggests websites for further research. With new illustrations and case studies, this edition of American Civilization also examines the second Gulf War, the War on Terror and the 2004 presidential election.

Thoroughly revised, this fourth edition of a hugely successful text provides students of American studies with the perfect background and introductory information on contemporary American life. This fourth edition covers all the central dimensions of American society from geography and the environment, government and politics, to religion, education, media and the arts. American Civilization: <ul>
<li>covers all core American studies topics at introductory level</li> <li>contains essential historical background for American studies students at the start of the twenty-first century</li> <li>analyzes gender, class and race, and America's cosmopolitan population</li> <li>contains photos, case studies, questions and terms for discussion, and suggests websites for further research.</li>
</ul>
With new illustrations and case studies, this edition of American Civilization also examines the second Gulf War, the War on Terror and the 2004 presidential election.

This hugely successful text provides students of American studies with the perfect background and introductory information on contemporary American life. Thoroughly revised, this fifth edition covers all the central dimensions of American society from geography and the environment, government and politics, to religion, education, media and the arts. American Civilization:    covers all core American studies topics at introductory level  contains essential historical background for American studies students at the start of the twenty-first century  analyzes gender, class and race, and America's cosmopolitan population  contains photos, case studies, questions and terms for discussion, and suggests websites for further research.   With new illustrations and case studies, this edition of American Civilization includes expanded sections on Asian and Latino minorities and US foreign policy activities, and provides new material including coverage of the 2008 election and the shifting economic situation.  An invaluable online resource, the American Civilization companion website features a wealth of material, including extensive references for further reading, links to key primary sources, filmographies and advice to students of how to approach essay questions. Visit www.routledge.com/textbooks/9780415481625 to discover more.

Mauk, David C.

This hugely successful text provides students of American studies with the perfect background and introductory information on contemporary American life. Thoroughly revised, this fifth edition covers all the central dimensions of American society from geography and the environment, government and politics, to religion, education, media and the arts. American Civilization: <ul>
<li>covers all core American studies topics at introductory level </li> <li>contains essential historical background for American studies students at the start of the twenty-first century </li> <li>analyzes gender, class and race, and America's cosmopolitan population </li> <li>contains photos, case studies, questions and terms for discussion, and suggests websites for further research.</li> </ul>
With new illustrations and case studies, this edition of American Civilization includes expanded sections on Asian and Latino minorities and US foreign policy activities, and provides new material including coverage of the 2008 election and the shifting economic situation. An invaluable online resource, the American Civilization companion website features a wealth of material, including extensive references for further reading, links to key primary sources, filmographies and advice to students of how to approach essay questions. Visit www.routledge.com/textbooks/9780415481625 to discover more.

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American Civilization: An Introduction

American Civilization: An Introduction

American Civilization: An Introduction

American Civilization

American Civilization

American Civilization

American Civilization: An Introduction

American Civilization: An Introduction

American Civilization: An Introduction

American Civilization: An Introduction