A fascinating look at how America's favorite sport has both reflected and shaped social, economic, and

Putting a recognizable face on contemporary American cynicism.

Historically, the United States has been viewed by generations of immigrants as the land of opportunity, where through hard work one can prosper and make a bett

This provocative book reveals how Hollywood films reflect our deepest fears and anxieties as a country, often recording our political beliefs and cultural condi

Michel Gobat deftly interweaves political, economic, cultural, and diplomatic history to analyze the reactions of Nicaraguans to U.S. intervention in their coun

Working Scared will help citizens, policy makers, educators, business, union, and community leaders better understand what is happening to the United States wor

The first "narrative history" traces the thread that binds the dreams and aspirations of most Americans together, exploring shared history and sacred texts--the

Slandered as irresponsible, deadbeat dads, nonresident fathers are a greatly misunderstood population. These fathers are overlooked in discussions of poverty an

The many con men, gangsters, and drug lords portrayed in popular culture are examples of the dark side of the American dream. Viewers are fascinated by these tw