TY - BOOK AU - Patterson, James T. TI - Restless Giant: the united states from watergate to bush v. gore SN - 9780195122169 U1 - 973.92 PY - 2005/// CY - New York PB - Oxford University Press KW - United States -- History-- 1969 N1 - In Restless Giant, acclaimed historian James T. Patterson provides a comprehensive and engaging account of the United States from the turbulent post-Watergate era to the controversial 2000 presidential election. The book examines the political, social, and cultural transformations that shaped the nation during this period, including the rise of conservatism, economic shifts, technological advancements, and the evolving role of America on the global stage. Patterson deftly analyzes key events—such as the Reagan Revolution, the end of the Cold War, the Clinton impeachment, and the disputed Bush v. Gore decision—while also exploring broader trends in race relations, popular culture, and domestic policy. A vital contribution to modern U.S. history, Restless Giant offers a nuanced and insightful narrative of a nation grappling with change and uncertainty. ER -