We Have a Continent to Build: The Untold History of America's Future

America is a nation built on dreams. From the Pilgrims who sought religious freedom to the pioneers who pushed west in search of a better life, Americans have always been driven by a belief in a brighter future. But what does that future look like?

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In his new book, We Have a Continent to Build, historian Daniel Immerwahr argues that America's future is not something that is predetermined. It is something that we must create ourselves. Immerwahr traces the history of America's westward expansion, showing how each new frontier has presented both opportunities and challenges.

The first frontier was the Atlantic coast. Here, the colonists established a new society based on the principles of liberty and equality. But they also faced the challenge of building a nation in a hostile environment, surrounded by hostile Native American tribes.

The second frontier was the westward expansion. As Americans pushed west, they encountered new challenges, including the vast expanse of the Great Plains, the Rocky Mountains, and the deserts of the Southwest. But they also found new opportunities, including land to farm, minerals to mine, and rivers to navigate.

The third frontier was the industrial revolution. This period of rapid technological change transformed America into a global economic powerhouse. But it also created new challenges, including the rise of monopolies, the exploitation of workers, and the pollution of the environment.

The fourth frontier is the information age. This period of rapid technological change is transforming the way we live, work, and communicate. But it also creates new challenges, including the spread of misinformation, the loss of privacy, and the rise of artificial intelligence.

Immerwahr argues that America's future depends on how we respond to these challenges. He believes that we must learn from the past, embrace the opportunities of the present, and work together to build a better future for all Americans.

Praise for We Have a Continent to Build

"A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the future of America." - The New York Times

"A brilliant and provocative book that will change the way we think about America's future." - The Washington Post

"Immerwahr's book is a timely and important reminder that America's future is not something that is predetermined. It is something that we must create ourselves." - The Boston Globe

About the Author

Daniel Immerwahr is a historian and the author of several books, including How to Hide an Empire: A History of the Greater United States and The Work of Kings: Labor and Empire in the British Caribbean, 1600-1900. He is a professor of history at Northwestern University.

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