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Article: New and Noteworthy. (Reviews).(Bibliography)
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- Contemporary Review
- Article date:
- October 1, 2002
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From ROUTLEDGE we have a third edition of David Mauk and John Oakland's American Civilization: An Introduction ([pounds sterling]45.00) to replace the last edition published five years ago. It has been thoroughly revised and brought up to date, to include the election of George W. Bush and the September 2001 terrorist attacks. The approach remains analytical with discussions on government, the law, social services, sports, regionalism and geography. The last two are indispensable ingredients for understanding such a vast country, however ignored by many foreigners. The illustrations are well chosen and extremely helpful in discussing such a large and varied country. ...