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    This hugely successful text provides students of American studies with the perfect background & introductory information on contemporary American life. Thoroughly revised this fifth edition covers all the central

    Dimensions of American society from geography & the environment government & politics to religion education media & the arts. American Civilization" covers all core American studies topics at introductory level contains essential historical background for American studies students at the start of the twenty-first century analyzes gender class & race & Americas cosmopolitan population contains photos case studies questions & terms for discussion & suggests websites for further research. With new illustrations & case studies this edition of " American Civilization" also examines the 2008 election US foreign policy activities the impact of climate change & the shifting economic situation. An invaluable online resource the " American Civilization" companion website features a wealth of material including biographies of major historical & contemporary figures links to key primary sources worked answers to essay questions & suggestions for classroom activities & discussions."

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