Greece: American Dilemma And Opportunity

""Greece: American Dilemma and Opportunity"" is a book written by Leften Stavros Stavrianos, a renowned historian and professor of history at Northwestern University. The book explores the complex relationship between Greece and the United States from the early 19th century to the 1970s. Stavrianos delves into the political, economic, and cultural aspects of the relationship, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that have arisen over the years. He examines the role of the United States in Greece's struggle for independence from the Ottoman Empire, the American intervention in Greece during World War II, and the subsequent Cold War era. The book also explores the impact of American culture on Greece, including the influence of Hollywood movies and American-style consumerism. Stavrianos analyzes the various political and economic policies that have been implemented by both countries, including the Marshall Plan and the Truman Doctrine. Throughout the book, Stavrianos provides a balanced and nuanced perspective on the complex relationship between Greece and the United States, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that have arisen over the years. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Greece or the relationship between Greece and the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.