America in the United States and the United States in America

The book explores the historical distinction between the broader concept of America, encompassing the entire continent, and the younger nation of the United States. It critiques the tendency of U.S. leaders to conflate the two, highlighting the implications of this misunderstanding on national identity and discourse. By examining the origins of the term "America" and its evolution, the author invites readers to reflect on the complexities of cultural and political identity in a diverse continent.