The 9/11 attacks, the war on terror and invasion of Iraq defined George W Bush鈥檚 first term. A fascinating social, cultural and political look at American life from Alistair Cooke
Alistair Cooke examines the alleged forewarnings of 9/11, and the new elixir of life.
Alistair Cooke examines George Bush's visit to Europe in the midst of a trade war.
Alistair Cooke reflects on the removal of the Twin Towers debris from Ground Zero.
Alistair Cooke remembers the life and death of infamous American Mafia boss John Gotti.
Alistair Cooke remembers Iraq's invasion of Kuwait and the second Gulf War.
A letter from a student leads Alistair Cooke to consider anti-semitism in New York.
Alistair Cooke considers the argument that sweat shop work is good for the employees.
Alistair Cooke examines what President Bush is doing about fraudulent financial deals.
Alistair Cooke considers the language used by Alan Greenspan to calm the stock markets
Alistair Cooke reflects on the generosity of Andrew Carnegie.
After news of a double-dip recession, Alistair Cooke discusses Pope John Paul II鈥檚 visit.
Alistair Cooke considers Europe鈥檚 reliance on the UN for dealing with Saddam Hussein.
Floods in Europe remind Alistair Cooke of the damage done to Dresden during WWII.
Alistair Cooke explores the weird and wonderful anniversaries of 1902.
Alistair Cooke reflects on the tribute to 9/11 heroes at the US Open.
Alistair Cooke reflects on President Bush's workload during the Iraq crisis.
On first anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, Alistair Cooke muses on a new type of warfare.
Alistair Cooke remembers the Cuban missile crisis and Nixon's golf club scandal.
It鈥檚 all in the name for Alistair Cooke as he ponders hurricane titles and biblical names.
Alistair Cooke reflects on the opinion poll discoveries of George H Gallup.
On hearing anti-war protests, Alistair Cooke recalls the American Civil War drafting riot.
Alistair Cooke reflects on the historical connection between China and California.
Alistair Cooke judges the language used by the Old Testament, Churchill and UN treaties.
Alistair Cooke recalls his very odd introduction to American politics.
