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Mentioned in 9 episodes
How to Hide an Empire
A History of the Greater United States
Book • 2019
This book delves into the history of the United States' expansion beyond its contiguous territories, including its governance of islands, atolls, and archipelagos.
It explores how the U.S.
transitioned from colonialism to a new form of influence leveraging technology, culture, and military presence.
The book covers topics such as the U.S.
occupation of the Philippines, the role of English as a global language, and the impact of U.S.
bases worldwide.
Immerwahr argues that American empire-building began early and continued through various means, often without significant territorial expansion.
It explores how the U.S.
transitioned from colonialism to a new form of influence leveraging technology, culture, and military presence.
The book covers topics such as the U.S.
occupation of the Philippines, the role of English as a global language, and the impact of U.S.
bases worldwide.
Immerwahr argues that American empire-building began early and continued through various means, often without significant territorial expansion.
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Mentioned in 9 episodes
Mentioned by 
William Dalrymple as a historian who argues that America is an empire, presenting a perspective from the left.
William Dalrymple as a historian who argues that America is an empire, presenting a perspective from the left.
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148. America: The Empire of Liberty
Mentioned by 
Brooke Gladstone as the author of "How to Hide an Empire: A History of the Greater United States."
Brooke Gladstone as the author of "How to Hide an Empire: A History of the Greater United States."
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America’s Empire State of Mind
Mentioned by Daniel Imervar, associate professor of history at Northwestern University, in his book about the history of America's overseas empire.
29 snips
The Sunday Read: ‘The America That Americans Forget’
Mentioned by 
Anita Anand , referring to how William Dalrymple is going to get Daniel Imabar on the podcast.
Anita Anand , referring to how William Dalrymple is going to get Daniel Imabar on the podcast.27 snips
265. Danish Greenland: Eradicating Inuit Culture (Ep 3)
Recommended by William Dalrymple and Anita Anand for its insightful perspective on the history of the United States.
William Dalrymple and Anita Anand for its insightful perspective on the history of the United States.15 snips
169. Freedom Fighters Betrayed: Colonising the Philippines
Mentioned by Anita Anand and 
William Dalrymple as a book they both read and discussed extensively, also recommended by their children.
Anita Anand and William Dalrymple as a book they both read and discussed extensively, also recommended by their children.11 snips
166. How To Hide An Empire
Recommended by Keenan for its insights into the United States' influence abroad.
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