by Dan Rather
First published 2017
Veteran journalist Dan Rather examines what defines America through a collection of original essays. Rather draws on his decades covering major world events to explore the freedoms that characterize the nation, including voting rights and press freedom. He discusses values like empathy, inclusion, and service that have shaped American society. The book covers institutions such as public education that support the country and highlights traits like scientific ambition that helped build the young nation. Rather serves as a witness to historical change, offering personal perspectives on past events to suggest paths forward. He addresses the bitter divisions currently facing America. The collection aims to inspire dialogue and remind readers of shared bonds despite differences.
Genres: american, non-fiction, biography-memoir, journalism, current-affairs, american-history
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: witness-to-history
Setting: America
Period: 20th-century, 21st-century
274 pages · Hardcover · Algonquin Books