The Path of Empire: A Chronicle of the United States as a World Power by Fish
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"The Path of Empire: A Chronicle of the United States as a World Power" by Carl Russell Fish is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the evolution of the United States as a significant player on the world stage, navigating through diplomatic challenges and territorial expansions, beginning with the Monroe Doctrine and extending through various major events in American foreign relations. The opening of
the book introduces the geopolitical landscape following the end of the Napoleonic Wars, highlighting the fervent desire for peace among European rulers and the burgeoning spirit of independence in the Americas. Fish focuses on influential figures like Czar Alexander I of Russia and Prince Metternich of Austria, contrasting their approaches to international governance with the rising aspirations for democracy in Spanish America. The chapter outlines the historical context of the Monroe Doctrine, emphasizing its role in asserting American interests in the Western Hemisphere and resisting European influence. Fish suggests that the establishment of the Monroe Doctrine signified a pivotal moment in American diplomacy, setting a precedent for the US's subsequent international policies and conflicts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Fish, Carl Russell, 1876-1932 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Path of Empire: A Chronicle of the United States as a World Power |
| Note | Chronicles of America series; v. 46 |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chronicles_of_America |
| Credits |
Produced by The James J. Kelly Library of St. Gregory's University, Alev Akman, Dianne Bean, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | United States -- Territorial expansion |
| Subject | United States -- Foreign relations |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 3157 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-03157-6 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2002 |
| Last Update | Feb 4, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 394 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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