Sands of Empire

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The book critically analyzes American foreign policy post-Cold War, focusing on the problematic shift during the George W. Bush administration towards interventionism and the notion of America as a "Crusader State." Robert W. Merry argues that attempts to reshape the world through regime change and pre-emptive military action are not only unprecedented but also perilous and counterproductive. Through his insights, Merry challenges the prevailing narratives that have guided U.S. actions on the global stage.