united states

Presents conflicting viewpoints regarding the Nicaraguan revolution and the United States policy.

Describes the thousands of British volunteers who traveled abroad to fight in the American Civil War between 1861 and 1865, providing firsthand accounts, and discussing the various roles they played for both the North and South.

An exploration of United States foreign policy in the Middle East since the early twentieth century that discusses important debates, motivations, espionage, and other related topics and analyzes a number of significant events.

Traces the history of the executive branch of the United States government from its beginnings in the late eighteenth century through the election of President Barack Obama in 2009, examining how it has shaped the powers and functions of the government and American society.

A collection of twelve controversial essays that debate issues associated with the United States' role in the Middle East, including U.S. intervention in Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan.

Contains twelve essays that offer varying perspectives on issues related to Islamic fundamentalism, including jihad, institutionalized Christianity inciting the growth of Islamism, the United States' relation to Islamism, and other topics; and provides contact information for organizations and a bibliography.

Perspectives on the challenges faced by Mexican immigrants, from their earliest experiences in America until today, and insight into the accomplishments of noted Mexican immigrants.

Examines shifts in international power that have occurred between America, Britain, and Europe in the years since the fall of the Berlin Wall and explores how those shifts have shaped the world and the Western alliance.

Examines the history of the U.S.'s foreign policy regarding Latin America, discussing the U.S.'s actions and tactics in Latin America as "imperial" precedents for the Iraq War.

Presents a comprehensive study of Benjamin Franklin's eight-year mission to negotiate assistance from France to help finance America's war against England and examines his relationship with the French people and the monarchy and the impact he made upon society.