The Cult of Individualism: A History of an Enduring American Myth

by Aaron Barlow

American individualism: It is the reason for American success, but it also tears the nation apart.

Why do Americans have so much trouble seeing eye to eye today? Is this new? Was there ever an American consensus? The Cult of Individualism: A History of an Enduring American Myth explores the rarely discussed cultural differences leading to today's seemingly intractable political divides. After an examination of the various meanings...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1440828296
• ISBN13: 9781440828294
• Release Date: August 2013
• Publisher: Praeger
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.2" x 9.5"
• Age Range: 7 to 17 years