This sweeping history of 20th century America follows the changing and often conflicting ideas about the fundamental nature of American society: Is the United States a social melting pot, or is full citizenship reserved for those who are white and of the "right" ancestry? Gary Gerstle traces the forces of civic and racial nationalism, arguing that both profoundly shaped our society. 25 illustrations.
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This sweeping history of 20th century America follows the changing and often conflicting ideas about the fundamental nature of American society: Is the United States a social melting pot, or is full citizenship reserved for those who are white and of the "right" ancestry? Gary Gerstle traces the forces of civic and racial nationalism, arguing that both profoundly shaped our society. 25 illustrations.
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