The End of the Myth
From the Frontier to the Border Wall in the Mind of America
by:
Greg Grandin
in:
Cultural Studies
Summary:
The book traces the expansionist ideology of the United States from its frontier origins to its current manifestation in the politics surrounding the US-Mexico border wall. It examines how the concept of the frontier has shaped American identity, policies, and imperialistic endeavors, culminating in a national crisis as the physical and metaphorical borders close in.
Key points:
1. The Frontier Myth: The frontier is a key American myth symbolizing opportunity and national identity, used to justify expansion.
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