Sexton, Jay
Monroe Doctrine, The
- ISBN 13:
- 9780809069996
- author:
- Sexton, Jay
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Hill & Wang
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 14 x 2.5 x 21 cm
- Genre:
- History, North America, Civil War, American Indian Wars, Pioneers 1801-1900,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Monroe Doctrine Empire and Nation in Nineteenth-Century America by Jay Sexton This book explores the complex evolution of the Monroe Doctrine, a cornerstone of American statecraft, from its origins in 1823 to its impact on foreign relations in the 19th and early 20th centuries. The doctrine, which proclaimed opposition to European colonization in the Western Hemisphere, became a central theme in American diplomacy, shaping debates on expansion, civil war, imperialism, and international relations. Through a nuanced analysis, Jay Sexton reveals how the Monroe Doctrine's meaning shifted over time, reflecting the needs of an expanding American empire. This engaging study provides a fresh perspective on the paradox at the heart of American diplomatic history, where anticolonialism and imperialism coexisted. By examining the doctrine's varied conceptions, Sexton sheds new light on the intricate relationships between American foreign policy, expansion, and the nation's complex identity.
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