The United States in 200 Pages

American Politics from George Washington to Donald Trump
In 200 Pages
In the fall of 2016, Americans elected Donald Trump to succeed Barack Obama in the White House. Read the full story of Norway’s most important ally.

“The United States in 200 Pages” is a captivating story of a political system that has endured for more than 200 years. Frank Arbrot, one of the nation’s most renowned and respected educators for decades, offers an insightful and accessible introduction to the history and politics of the United States. American election campaigns are of great interest in Norway, known for their fervor and controversial personalities. In this book, you can learn the broad outlines of American politics and the background to the deep divide between Democrats and Republicans.

By shedding light on aspects of geography, economics, and politics, Arbrot gives the reader a deeper understanding of American democracy and helps us grasp lesser-known facets of the American spirit.