Americanon : an unexpected U.S. history in thirteen bestselling books /

What does it take to be a good American? And who gets to decide? Journalist Jess McHugh examines thirteen seemingly innocuous, mega-bestselling reference books, guidebooks and self-help books that have become blueprints for core American values and shaped our national story.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	McHugh, Jess (Author)
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	[New York] : Dutton, [2021]
Subjects:	National characteristics, American. Books and reading > United States > History. Social values > United States > Miscellanea. United States > Social life and customs > Miscellanea.

Description
Summary:	What does it take to be a good American? And who gets to decide? Journalist Jess McHugh examines thirteen seemingly innocuous, mega-bestselling reference books, guidebooks and self-help books that have become blueprints for core American values and shaped our national story.
Physical Description:	x, 419 pages ; 24 cm.
Bibliography:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:	9781524746636 1524746630