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Debating American Exceptionalism: Empire and Democracy in the Wake of the Spanish-American War 2012th Edition
Author(s): F. Hilfrich (Author)
- Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
- Publication Date: 26 July 2012
- Edition: 2012th
- Language: English
- Print length: 292 pages
- ISBN-10: 023039289X
- ISBN-13: 9780230392892
Book Description
The Spanish-American War focused not only on foreign policy, but also on the nation’s very essence and purpose. At the heart of this debate was a consensus on American nationalism. This book explains why the belief in exceptionalism still serves as the basis of American nationalism and foreign policy even in spite of more recent military failures.
Editorial Reviews
Review
“This first-rate account focuses on the debate over the Philippines just after the Spanish-American War, examining the arguments, pro and con, concerning US imperialism. The book is particularly strong on matters of definition and organization. Highly recommended.” – CHOICE
About the Author
Fabian Hilfrich is Lecturer for American History at the University of Edinburgh.
