The idea that American historical development is different from that of other nations is an old one, yet it shows no sign of losing its emotive power. 'Exceptionalism' continues to excite, beguile, and frustrate students of the American past. The essays in this volume explore the ways in which the process of class formation in the United States can be said to be distinctive. Focusing upon the impact of liberal political thought, race and immigration, and the role of the war-time state, they challenge particularist and nation-centred modes of explanation. Comparing American historical development with Italian, South African, and Australian examples, the essays reinvigorate a tired debate.
- ISBN10 0312174705
- ISBN13 9780312174705
- Publish Date 11 August 1997 (first published 1 January 1997)
- Publish Status Cancelled
- Out of Print 31 March 2016
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Palgrave MacMillan
- Edition 1997 ed.
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 325
- Language English