| Crucible of Power: A History of American Foreign Relations to 1913, Second Edition Contributor(s): Jones, Howard (Author) |
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ISBN: 0742565343 ISBN-13: 9780742565340 Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers OUR PRICE: $69.30 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2009 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | United States - Revolutionary Period (1775-1800) - Political Science | International Relations - General - History | United States - 19th Century |
| Dewey: 327.73 |
| LCCN: 2008049548 |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 6.9" W x 9.9" (1.55 lbs) 352 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 1900-1919 - Chronological Period - 18th Century - Chronological Period - 19th Century |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Crucible of Power: A History of American Foreign Relations to 1913 presents a straightforward, balanced, and comprehensive history of American international relations from the American Revolution to 1913. Howard Jones demonstrates the complexities of the decision-making process that led to the rise and decline of the United States (relative to the ascent of other nations) in world power status. Howard Jones focuses on the personalities, security interests, and expansionist tendencies behind the formulation and implementation of U.S. foreign policy and highlights the intimate relationship between foreign and domestic policy. This updated edition includes revisions and additions aimed at making the book more attractive to students, teachers, and general readers. |