The End of the Myth
About This Book
The End of the Myth (2019) examines how the concept of an ever-expanding frontier has shaped American identity and policy throughout the nation's history. Greg Grandin explores how this frontier mentality allowed the country to sidestep addressing deep-seated issues of racial injustice and inequality, and whether this defining national myth has reached its conclusion.
Who Should Read This?
- Readers interested in understanding American historical development and its lasting consequences
- People concerned about immigration policy and border enforcement practices
- Students and scholars of political science, sociology, and American studies
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