Americanon
An Unexpected U.S. History in Thirteen Bestselling Books
[New York] : Dutton, [2021]
Format: Book
Description: x, 419 pages ; 24 cm
"What does it take to be a good American? And who gets to decide? Journalist Jess McHugh examines thirteen seemingly innocuous, mega-bestselling reference books, guidebooks, and self-help books that have become blueprints for core American values and shaped our national story"-- Provided by publisher.
Subjects:
National characteristics, American.
Books and reading -- United States -- History.
Social values -- United States -- Miscellanea.
United States -- Social life and customs -- Miscellanea.
National characteristics, American.
Books and reading -- United States -- History.
Social values -- United States -- Miscellanea.
United States -- Social life and customs -- Miscellanea.
ISBN:
9781524746636
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Call Number | Location | Shelf Location | Status |
HISTORY North Am. US McH | St. Andrews Indoors | Nonfiction | In |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 359-403) and index.