America in the Eyes of the Germans

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Exploring a complex idea that emerged around 1800, the author examines the German intelligentsia's perception of the United States as both a land of opportunity and a home for greedy hypocrites disconnected from higher culture. Throughout the Romantic period and into the Cold War, this theme evolved with each historical shift, yet its core remained consistent, reflecting the nuanced relationship between German views and American society.