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The Ghost At The Feast: America And The Collapse Of World Order, 19001941 (Dangerous Nation Trilogy)
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An Npr Best Book Of The Year A Comprehensive, Sweeping History Of Americas Rise To Global Superpowerfrom The Spanishamerican War To World War Iiby The Acclaimed Author Of Dangerous Nationwith Extraordinary Range And Research, Robert Kagan Has Illuminated Americas Quest To Reconcile Its New Power With Its Historical Purpose In World Order In The Early Twentieth Century. Dr. Henry Kissingerat The Dawn Of The Twentieth Century, The United States Was One Of The Worlds Richest, Most Populous, Most Technologically Advanced Nations. It Was Also A Nation Divided Along Numerous Fault Lines, With Conflicting Aspirations And Concerns Pulling It In Different Directions. And It Was A Nation Unsure About The Role It Wanted To Play In The World, If Any. Americans Were The Beneficiaries Of A Global Order They Had No Responsibility For Maintaining. Many Preferred To Avoid Being Drawn Into What Seemed An Ever More Competitive, Conflictual, And Militarized International Environment. However, Many Also Were Eager To See The United States Taking A Share Of International Responsibility, Working With Others To Preserve Peace And Advance Civilization. The Story Of American Foreign Policy In The First Four Decades Of The Twentieth Century Is About The Effort To Do Bothto Adjust The Nation To Its New Position Without Sacrificing The Principles Developed In The Past, As One Contemporary Put It.This Would Prove A Difficult Task. The Collapse Of British Naval Power, Combined With The Rise Of Germany And Japan, Suddenly Placed The United States In A Pivotal Position. American Military Power Helped Defeat Germany In The First World War, And The Peace That Followed Was Significantly Shaped By A U.S. President. But Americans Recoiled From Their Deep Involvement In World Affairs, And For The Next Two Decades, They Sat By As Fascism And Tyranny Spread Unchecked, Ultimately Causing The Liberal World Order To Fall Apart. Americas Resulting Intervention In The Second World War Marked The Beginning Of A New Era, For The United States And For The World.Brilliant And Insightful, The Ghost At The Feast Shows Both The Perils Of American Withdrawal From The World And The Price Of International Responsibility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Ghost at the Feast'? A: The main theme of 'The Ghost at the Feast' is America's complex journey from isolationism to global superpower status during the early twentieth century, exploring the tensions between its domestic priorities and international responsibilities.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Ghost at the Feast' is Robert Kagan, a renowned historian and foreign policy expert.
- Q: What historical period does this book cover? A: 'The Ghost at the Feast' covers the historical period from the Spanish-American War to World War II, specifically from 1900 to 1941.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 688 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'The Ghost at the Feast' is available in hardcover binding, which offers durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'The Ghost at the Feast' published? A: 'The Ghost at the Feast' was published on January 10, 2023.
- Q: Is this book recommended for academic study? A: Yes, given its extensive research and thorough historical analysis, 'The Ghost at the Feast' is suitable for academic study, particularly in history and international relations.
- Q: What are some key topics discussed in the book? A: Key topics discussed include America's foreign policy decisions, the impact of World War I, the rise of fascism, and the transition to the Second World War.
- Q: Does the book include any illustrations or maps? A: The book does not explicitly mention illustrations or maps in the description; it focuses primarily on text and historical analysis.
- Q: Is 'The Ghost at the Feast' suitable for general readers? A: Yes, while it is academically rigorous, 'The Ghost at the Feast' is written in a way that is accessible to general readers interested in American history and foreign policy.