HISTORY 72D - American Dreams and American Realities

Institution:

Duke University

Subject:

History

Description:

Examines the role of such myths as "rags to riches," "beacon to the world," "the frontier" and "foreign devil" in defining the American character and determining hopes, fears, dreams, and actions throughtout American History. Attention given to the surface consistency of these myths as accepted by each immigrant group versus the shifting content of the myths as they change to reflect the hopes and values of each of these groups. Instructor: Wilson

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Discus/recit

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

WWW.DUKE.EDU

Phone Number:

(919) 684-8111

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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