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Andrew Bacevich's Ideas and American Foreign Policy is a broadranging reader that serves as a comprehensive overview of the role of ideas in American foreign policy over the entirety of the nation's history. Chronological in structure, the book features over 100 writings from major figures across all eras of American history, from John Winthrop to John Quincy Adams to Woodrow Wilson to George Kennan to Barack Obama. All of the book's 14 sections include clear introductions that contextualize the primary source essays. In combination, the pieces illustrate how foundational the power of ideas in US foreign policy thinking has been from the first English settlement to the Trump presidency. Throughout, Bacevich emphasizes the contest between affirming ideas, which justify actually existing policy, and dissenting ideas, which either call into question or challenge government actions and priorities while advancing alternatives. Ultimately, the volume shows how ideasalthough not ideas alonehave always defined the framework within which policymakers operate. Understanding the evolution of the core ideas that drive US foreign policy facilitates our understanding of both the environment in which policymakers make decisions and the constraints within which they operate. Beginning with the founding of AngloAmerica and concluding with the post9/11 era, this will be an essential volume for anyone teaching a course on the history of US foreign policy ormore generallyany reader desiring an expertly arranged and authoritative collection of the most important documents in US foreign policy history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Ideas and American Foreign Policy: A Reader'? A: The main theme of the book is the exploration of how ideas have influenced American foreign policy throughout history, emphasizing the tension between affirming and dissenting ideas.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Ideas and American Foreign Policy: A Reader' is Andrew Bacevich, a historian and author known for his insights into American foreign policy.
- Q: What type of writings are included in the book? A: The book features over 100 writings from notable figures in American history, covering various eras from the founding of Anglo-America to the post-9/11 era.
- Q: How is the book structured? A: It is structured chronologically, divided into 14 sections, each containing primary source essays accompanied by clear introductions that provide context.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: The book has a total of 544 pages.
- Q: When was 'Ideas and American Foreign Policy: A Reader' published? A: The book was published on April 20, 2018.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic purposes? A: Yes, it is an essential volume for anyone teaching courses on the history of US foreign policy or for readers interested in significant documents related to this topic.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding US foreign policy today? A: Yes, it provides insights into the evolution of ideas that drive US foreign policy, which can enhance understanding of current policymaking.