| Description |
1 online resource (205 pages) |
| Contents |
America's history of rebelling for change -- Who are "we the people"? -- Are we a Judeo-Christian nation or not? -- A different school of thought -- Capitalism: its pros and cons -- Socialism: whose pot of soup is it? -- What is a moral nation? -- Learning from our mistakes -- America's role in a world at war -- Is health care a right? -- A nation divided -- Liberty and justice for all -- What's good about America? -- What do we believe and in whom do we trust? |
| Summary |
Tackling the issues at the forefront of the American mind--healthcare, education, capitalism, and more America the Beautiful is indispensable reading. From four-time bestselling author, internationally renowned neurosurgeon, and humanitarian Dr. Ben Carson, here is a sobering and inspiring manifesto of America's greatness, her failings, and the values and changes it will take to carry our country into a brilliant and prosperous future. |
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Discusses the core Judeo-Christian values upon which the United States was founded and provides outlines for how to return America to said values and beliefs, focusing on the need for a higher moral standard among its citizens. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 199-205). |
| System Details |
Requires Boundless App. |
| Chronological Term |
2000-2099 |
| Subject |
Social values -- United States.
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Civilization. |
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Politics and government. |
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Social values. |
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United States -- Civilization.
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United States -- Politics and government -- 21st century.
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United States. |
| Genre |
Electronic books. |
| Added Author |
Carson, Candy.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Carson, Ben. America the beautiful Grand Rapids, Mich. : Zondervan, c2012 9780310330714 (DLC) 2011037506 (OCoLC)741548409 |
| ISBN |
9780310417347 : $19.99 |
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0310417341 : $19.99 |
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