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When Britain's thirteen American colonies declared their independence on 4 July 1776, the United States of America was born. But it was hardly united.

Follow Don Watson as he traces how the central conflicts of the USA play out through its history: a country at war with itself, to the leader of the free world, then a nation beset by wild division and turmoil in the twenty-first century.

About the author

Don Watson is the author of two previous Quarterly Essays and many acclaimed books, including Caledonia Australis, Recollections of a Bleeding Heart, American Journeys, The Bush, Watsonia, The Story of Australia and The Passion of Private White.

Organised in partnership with Constant Reader Bookshop.

Accessibility

This event will be held on Level 1 and is accessible for people using mobility aids via lift. A hearing loop is also installed.