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American National characteristics, Foreign relations, Pride and vanity, Ambition, Icarus (Greek mythology), Tragedy, Military policy, History of north and south america, Political science, National characteristics, american, United states, foreign relations, United states, military policyPlaces
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Icarus Syndrome: A History of American Hubris
2010, Melbourne University Publishing
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The Icarus syndrome: how American triumph produces American tragedy
2010, Harper
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Table of Contents
pt. 1. The hubris of reason
A scientific peace
The frightening dwarf
Twice-born
I didn't say it was good
pt. 2. The hubris of toughness
The murderer of sheep
The problem with men
Saving Sarkhan
Things are in the saddle
Liberation
The scold
Fighting with rabbits
If there is a bear?
pt. 3. The hubris of dominance
The white flag
Fukuyama's escalator
Fathers and sons
Small ball
The opportunity
The romantic bully
I'm delighted to see Mr. Bourne
Conclusion: The beautiful lie.
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