Niebuhr, Reinhold, 1892-1971.

Irony of American history / Reinhold Niebuhr ; with a new introduction by Andrew J. Bacevich. - University of Chicago Press ed. - Chicago : University of Chicago Press, 2008. - xxv, 174 p. ; 20 cm.

Originally published: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1952. Gratis

The ironic element in the American situation -- The innocent nation in an innocent world -- Happiness, prosperity and virtue -- The master of destiny -- The triumph of experience over dogma -- The international class struggle -- The American future -- The significance of irony.

9780226583983 (pbk. : alk. paper)


United States--Foreign relations--20th century.
United States--Foreign relations--1945-1953.
United States--History--Philosophy.
United States--Civilization.

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