Frank J. Lechner Livres

Exploring the concept of American exceptionalism, this book analyzes the unique characteristics of the United States and its global influence. Through historical and comparative evidence, it examines key elements such as the US Constitution, national identity, and the American sense of mission. The author also investigates the country's distinctive impacts on economics, media, and military policy, providing a comprehensive understanding of why these issues resonate with Americans and how they shape perceptions of the nation both domestically and internationally.

The book analyzes several focal points of exceptionalist thinking about America, including the importance of US Constitution and the American sense of mission, and explores several aspects of America's distinctive global impact;

This third edition of "The Globalization Reader" makes sense of globalization by conveying its complexity, importance, and contentiousness from diverse vantage points. With its broad coverage of political, economic, cultural, and individual dimensions, this volume provides readers with a comprehensive introduction to globalization. Fully revised and updated with new material on economic globalization, the role of media and religion in cultural globalization, and the link between environmentalism and the globalization of social problems Includes a wide variety of perspectives on globalization and captures some of the fault lines in current debates Stimulates discussion by including provocative contemporary works and by structuring sections around arguments that serve as connecting theme