This book offers an exploration of the comprehensive impact of the events of September 11, 2001, on every aspect of American culture and society.• More than 100 aspects of American culture are discussed in terms of their response to―or reflection of―the events of September 11• 68 scholars from a variety of disciplines contributed to this book• A compelling chronological view of how America responded to the September 11 attacks―in our everyday life, our work environments, and in popular culture• Helpful indexes offer access to the entries by genre, title, and author • Spotlight essays discuss specific television shows, films, music, literature, and art works that came as a result of September 11, while shorter essays focus on specific books, TV shows, songs, and films.