This lively and authoritative volume makes clear that the quest for taste and manners in America has been essential to the serious pursuit of a democratic cultu

This charming book portrays domestic life in New England during the century between the American Revolution and the Civil War. Drawing on diaries, letters, will

A fully illustrated art catalogue that exemplifies Charlestonians' fascination with European culture.

“A stern critique of American foreign policy and a concise, colorful, and compelling modern history of Turkey, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Israel.” —NPR Reset

During the many years that they were separated by the perils of the American Revolution, John and Abigail Adams exchanged hundreds of letters. Writing to each o