Kristin L. Hoganson (Libri)

Kristin L. Hoganson Libri

Kristin Hoganson è una professoressa di storia la cui ricerca si concentra sugli Stati Uniti nel contesto mondiale, sulle culture dell'imperialismo statunitense e sulla storia transnazionale. Il suo lavoro approfondisce la complessa interazione tra politica interna ed estera, esplorando come i concetti di identità e mascolinità americani vengano plasmati su scala globale. Attraverso un'analisi meticolosa, Hoganson scopre come ideali e ambizioni si intrecciano con eventi storici, offrendo profonde intuizioni sulla psiche dell'espansionismo americano. Il suo approccio fornisce ai lettori una nuova comprensione di come le interazioni globali siano state plasmate e, a loro volta, di come abbiano plasmato l'America stessa.

The Heartland

432pagine
16 ore di lettura

Upon arriving in Champaign, Illinois, after an impressive academic journey, Kristin L. Hoganson anticipated a sense of isolation in her new home, viewing it as a quintessential representation of the American heartland. However, she was surprised to discover a stark contrast between the region's reputation and its reality. This prompted her to investigate the historical and mythological narratives surrounding the Midwest. As she delved deeper, she uncovered a rich tapestry of connections among people, commerce, and ideas, revealing the heartland as a significant crossroads rather than a mere provincial backdrop. Despite the region's growing global ties, the myth of the rural Midwest as a steadfast heartland persisted, overshadowing more complex stories. Hoganson's exploration highlights the repression of diverse narratives in favor of a singular, symbolic heart. Her work is a thought-provoking piece of historical scholarship that addresses contemporary issues such as identity, community, immigration, trade, security, and global power. It challenges readers to reconsider the term "heartland" and its implications, offering a nuanced understanding of a region often oversimplified in popular discourse.