American Studies: An Anthology offers a comprehensive overview of the evolution of the American Studies field over the past several decades. The volume compiles foundational and transformative essays that reflect key theoretical, political, and methodological shifts. Covering themes such as race, gender, class, nationalism, labor, and transnationalism, the anthology showcases the interdisciplinary richness of American Studies. It challenges the field’s early national narratives and introduces global and critical frameworks that reimagine "America" as a contested and dynamic concept. The editors provide historical and theoretical context for each section, guiding readers through the discipline’s intellectual developments. Overall, the book serves as both a foundational reader and a forward-looking exploration of American Studies in a global age.