North of America
Canadians and the American Century, 1945–60
Asa McKercher editor Michael D Stevenson editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:University of British Columbia Press
Published:1st Apr '24
Should be back in stock very soon
In 1941, influential US publishing magnate Henry Luce declared the world was in the midst of the first great American century, believing his nation held the power and vision to lead and transform the world. What did a newly outward-looking and hegemonic United States mean for its northern neighbour? North of America is a sharp-eyed volume providing a unique look at postwar Canada, bringing to the fore the opinions and perceptions of a broad range of Canadians – from consumers to diplomats, jazz musicians to urban planners, and a diverse cross-section in between. As they grappled with issues including constitutional reform, transit policy, national security, the arrival of television, white supremacy, and postwar domesticity, Canadians were ever mindful of the unfolding American experience and its influence.
"This collection of essays furthers Canadian-American scholarship, providing a welcome historical look at how each country stands in relation to the other."
-- David Marks Shribman * Literary Review of CanaISBN: 9780774868846
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 580g
388 pages