American Civilization: An Introduction

by David Mauk, John Oakland

This revised and updated edition of the hugely successful American Civilization provides students of American studies with the perfect background and introductory information on contemporary American life. This sixth edition examines the central dimensions of American society from geography and the environment, government and politics, to religion, education, sports, media and the arts. This book:

covers all core American studies topics at introductory level.
contains essential historical background for American studies students in the twenty-first century
analyzes issues of gender, class, race, and minorities in America’s cosmopolitan population.
contains color photos, case studies, questions and terms for discussion, bibliographical references and lists of websites central to each chapter.
accompanied by a fully integrated companion website featuring extensive references for further reading, links to key primary sources, filmographies and advice for students on how to approach essay questions.
Featuring new color illustrations and case studies, this edition includes expanded sections on the environment, immigration, foreign policy, media and the arts, sport and leisure cultures as well as a new section on the LGBT community and detailed coverage of the 2012 election and shifting economic situation.

Genres: Nonfiction, History

400 pages, Paperback

Published September 14, 2017

Reviews

[Patricia · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a class requirement for me at university. It has a high focus on statistics which provide a good picture of how the things mentioned in the book are actually viewed by the people. Though, it may slow one's reading quite a bit having to read all the numbers and percentages. However, it does provide a great coverage of the United States of America, its people and their culture.

NOTE: You may pay attention as of what edition you are getting as the most current one is the 7th (year: 2018).

[Francisco Moreno · Rating 3 out of 5]

Un libro de texto sobre la "civilización USAmericana". Me hubiera gustado algo más de historia y algo menos de datos de encuestas, pero estructura bien los conceptos clave. ChatGPT puede hacer todos los ejercicios propuestos sin problemas.

[Dana · Rating 2 out of 5]

you either die a hero or live long enough to see yourself become THE DEVIL