American Fear: The Causes and Consequences of High Anxiety

by Peter N. Stearns

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Americans have become excessively fearful, and manipulation through fear has become a significant problem in American society, with real impact on policy. By using data from 9/11, this book makes a distinctive contribution to the exploration of recent fear, but also by developing a historical perspective, the book shows how and why distinctive American fears have emerged over the past several decades.

  • ISBN10 0415955408
  • ISBN13 9780415955409
  • Publish Date 5 October 2006
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country GB
  • Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
  • Imprint Routledge
  • Format Hardcover
  • Pages 256
  • Language English