This work focuses on the traditional values that have attracted people to the United States for well over 200 years and traces the effects of these values on American life.
As the cultural diversity of the United States continues to increase, the issues surrounding multiculturalism continue to be of great importance. With updates throughout and a fresh, new design, the fourth edition of 'American Ways' retains its values-based perspective in examining what makes the US unique - and how traditional values influence various aspects of American life such as religion, business, government, race relations, education, recreation, and family.