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School Library Journal
Reviewed on January 1, 2015 | Grades 5 and Up
Gr 9 Up—This adaptation of Stone and Kuznick's adult companion to Stone's Showtime network documentary examines instances where the United States "has betrayed its mission and the ideals of its own Constitution," especially in foreign affairs. As one might expect, the authors are critical of American politics and policies, discussing American imperialism in the Spanish American War, the malevolent dominance of armament and financial interests in World War I, and inadequate relief and reform during the Great Depression...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2014
Twentieth-century American history up to the end of World War II is recounted here with attention to times America has fallen short of its idea...Log In or Sign Up to Read More