USA. Untold History

For many years, the USA has been considered the most powerful and influential nation in world history. Participation in World War II, the invention of the atomic bomb, industrial successes, the creation of the internet - the idea of American exceptionalism has deep roots in the past. The 20th century truly became the "century of America." However, any story of triumph is impossible without devastating falls.
The basis of the book is the iconic documentary series by director Oliver Stone and historian Peter Kuznick. The authors debunk idealized representations of the USA and shed light on the mistakes made by American figures. Through archival materials and declassified documents, Stone and Kuznick carefully reconstruct the history of the USA from the 20th to the early 21st century, from World War I to the policies of President Obama and the imperial status of the country.
Who really emerged as the winner in World War II? What consequences did the Manhattan Project and the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki have? Could humanity have avoided the Cold War? What was the cause of the September 11 attacks? And most importantly: is it too late for the USA to draw lessons from the grim events of its past, which only at first glance seems glorious?