Gardner, Lloyd
The Tragedy of American Diplomacy
- ISBN 13:
- 9780393334746
- author:
- Gardner, Lloyd
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- W. W. Norton & Company
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 20.83 x 14.22 x 2.29 centimetres
- Genre:
- Politics / Current Events
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
A 50th Anniversary Edition of a Groundbreaking Analysis of American Foreign Policy This influential book offers a profound interpretation of the roots of American foreign policy, shedding light on the tensions of the Cold War and the deeper impulses that led to the country's involvement in Vietnam. William Appleman Williams' incisive analysis explores the intricate relationship between ideology and political economy, revealing how these factors have shaped American expansion and empire over the past two centuries. The relevance of Williams' ideas to contemporary world politics remains striking, as the same underlying interests and beliefs that drove American intervention in Texas, California, Latin America, and East Asia also propelled the country's involvement in Iraq. This thought-provoking work provides a nuanced understanding of the complexities of American foreign policy, making it a valuable resource for scholars and policymakers alike. First published in 1959, this edition marks a significant milestone in the book's enduring relevance, offering a timeless perspective on the dynamics of international relations.
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