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Modern America

Developments in Contemporary American Society

Jan Erik Mustad is Associate Professor of English at the University of Agder and has taught American Studies and British Studies for several decades. His teaching and research interests encompass British and American history and culture and English didactics. Mustad is the author of numerous books and articles in these fields and is a frequent commentator for Norwegian media.

Modern America: Developments in Contemporary American Society is an introduction to American Studies within the fields of history, culture, and society from a Scandinavian perspective. Its focus is on understanding important aspects of contemporary American society through discussions of political, historical, and cultural processes.

Sean Taylor is Professor of History at Minnesota State University Moorhead. His research interests focus on active learning in the classroom and the gameplaying pedagogy Reacting to the Past. He teaches classes in early American history, Civil War history, critical thinking, and the history of medicine. Taylor received a Fulbright Scholarship in 2011–2012 to teach at the University of Agder. He holds a Ph.D. in history from Northern Illinois University.

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Chapter 1 Welcome to America! Chapter 2 A Nation of Immigrants Chapter 3 Power to the People Chapter 4 The Importance of Religion in America Chapter 5 Are All Men Created Equal?

Jan Erik Mustad & Sean Taylor (eds.)

The book aims to equip readers with knowledge of and insight into a complex and varied nation that wields tremendous power and influence on the wider world. Presented in an accessible and readable manner, the chapters seek to explore and explain the development of American society, covering topics such as immigration, ethnic minorities, religion, politics, foreign policy, and popular culture. The book is a joint venture between Norwegian and American authors, all specialists in their respective areas.

Modern America

Jan Erik Mustad & Sean Taylor (eds.)

Chapter 6 American Foreign Policy Chapter 7 American Popular Culture

Modern America Developments in Contemporary American Society

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