306 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations, portraits ; 25 cm
Note
BPL: Given in memory of Professor Melvin Gershman.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 279-289) and index
Contents
White and peaceful wings -- There may be an explosion -- The great day of my life -- Islands or canned goods -- If they resist, what shall we do? -- Stinkpot -- I turn green in bed at midnight -- What a choice for a patriotic American! -- The Constitution does not apply -- You will get used to it -- The deep hurt
Summary
Recalls the forgotten political debate at the beginning of the twentieth century over America's role in the world, with the country's political and intellectual leaders advocating either imperial expansion or restraint