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Deze reeks belicht centrale werken binnen Amerikaanse studies en werpt licht op diverse facetten van de Amerikaanse cultuur, geschiedenis en samenleving. Het duikt in diepgaande vragen over identiteit, politiek en sociale verandering. De collectie is bedoeld voor lezers die op zoek zijn naar inzichtelijke analyses en nieuwe perspectieven op de Amerikaanse ervaring.

The Twenties in America
The United States and European Reconstruction 1945-1960
The Civil Rights Movement

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  • The Civil Rights Movement

    • 208bladzijden
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    The book explores the diverse reactions of white Americans to the Civil Rights Movement, analyzing opinions from both northern and southern perspectives. It delves into the influence of the federal government, religious institutions, and organized labor, alongside the effects of the Cold War. Key topics include various civil rights campaigns, the effectiveness of nonviolent action, the rise of Black Nationalism, and the evolution of the national civil rights coalition, highlighting Martin Luther King Jr.'s role and the contributions of everyday individuals.

    The Civil Rights Movement

  • The United States and European Reconstruction 1945-1960

    • 220bladzijden
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    The book explores the significant influence of American economic intervention in Europe following World War II, highlighting its role in shaping the continent's recovery and development. John Killick delves into the strategies employed by the U.S. and their long-term effects on European economies, providing insights into the complexities of post-war reconstruction and the geopolitical landscape of the time.

    The United States and European Reconstruction 1945-1960