eter Jennings and Todd Brewster conceived of this fascinating book long before the events of September 11th. But watching America respond to one of the worst attacks in its history deepened the meaning of their project. Now, more than ever, Americans need to treasure their way of life, and to reacquaint themselves with the founding ideas that united and sustained this country in its struggle for independence two hundred and twenty-five years ago. In Search of America explores the basic ideals that drive and define the American character. Exquisitely designed, lavishly illustrated with photographs, and peppered with fascinating sidebars, this superb blend of eyewitness reporting and history is a significant, timely achievement. In Search of America is a splendid and provocative journey, one that will assure each and every American that though the principles of our great nation may be shaken, molded, adapted, and assaulted, remarkably, they endure.
Peter Jennings is anchor and Senior Editor of ABC News
World News Tonight. In nearly 40 years as a broadcast journalist, he has covered many of the pivotal events of our times. He is co-author of the bestselling books
The Century and
The Century for Young People.
Todd Brewster is Senior Editorial Producer of the television series In Search of America, as he was for ABCs The Century. A former editor and writer with Life magazine, he is co-author of the bestselling books The Century and The Century for Young People.
