Rotary International and the Selling of American Capitalism

$65.00

A new history of Rotary International shows how the organization reinforced capitalist values and cultural practices at home and tried to remake the world in the idealized image of Main Street America. Rotary International was born in Chicago in 1905. By the time World War II was over, the organization had made good on its promise to �girdle the globe.� Rotary International and the Selling of American Capitalism explores the meteoric rise of a local service club that brought missionary zeal to the spread of American-style economics and civic ideals. Brendan Goff traces Rotary�s ideological roots to the business progressivism and cultural internationalism of the United States in the early twentieth century. The key idea was that community service was intrinsic to a capitalist way of life. The tone of �service above self� was often religious, but, as Rotary looked abroad, it embraced Woodrow Wilson�s secular message of collective security and international cooperation: civic internationalism was the businessman�s version of the Christian imperial civilizing mission, performed outside the state apparatus. The target of this mission was both domestic and global. The Rotarian, the organization�s publication, encouraged Americans to see the world as friendly to Main Street values, and Rotary worked with US corporations to export those values. Case studies of Rotary activities in Tokyo and Havana show the group paving the way for encroachments of US power�economic, political, and cultural�during the interwar years. Rotary�s evangelism on behalf of market-friendly philanthropy and volunteerism reflected a genuine belief in peacemaking through the world�s �parliament of businessmen.� But, as Goff makes clear, Rotary also reinforced American power and interests, demonstrating the tension at the core of US-led internationalism. Additional ISBNs 0674989791, 0674259114, 9780674989795, 9780674259119Rotary International and the Selling of American Capitalism is written by Brendan Goff and published by Harvard University Press. ISBNs for Rotary International and the Selling of American Capitalism are 9780674259126, 0674259122 and the print ISBNs are 9780674989795, 0674989791. Additional ISBNs include 0674989791, 0674259114, 9780674989795, 9780674259119.

Order Processing Time

All orders placed on our website are processed within 2-4 business days, from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Pacific Time (PT). Orders received after our daily cut-off time of 10:00 PM PT will be processed on the next business day. Please note that we do not process orders on weekends or public holidays.

Shipping Methods and Carriers

Zetlly partners exclusively with reputable shipping carriers to ensure timely delivery of your orders. We utilize:

FedEx
UPS
USPS

The choice of carrier is determined by factors such as destination, weight, and delivery timeframe to provide optimal service.

Shipping Rates and Fees

Free shipping is provided for all orders over $199.
Orders under $199 will incur a flat-rate shipping fee of $7.99.
All orders shipped within the United States will be subject to a sales tax charge of 5%.

Estimated Delivery Time

Once shipped, orders typically arrive within 6 to 10 business days. Our delivery times are from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Pacific Time (PT). Please allow additional time for deliveries to remote or rural locations.

Shipping Restrictions

Zetlly currently ships exclusively within the United States. At present, we do not offer international shipping or deliveries to P.O. boxes or APO/FPO addresses. Orders placed with addresses outside our designated delivery areas will be canceled, and refunds will be processed accordingly.

Tracking Your Order

Upon shipment, customers will receive a confirmation email containing tracking information. You can track your order directly through the provided tracking link or by visiting the carrier’s official website:

Please allow up to 48 hours for tracking information to update in the carrier’s system.

Eligibility for Returns and Exchanges

We accept returns and exchanges within 30 days from the date your order is delivered. Items must be unused, in the original condition, and accompanied by the original packaging and receipt or proof of purchase.

How to Return or Exchange an Item

To initiate a return or exchange, please follow these steps:

Contact our customer support at contact@zetlly.com with your order number and reason for return or exchange.
Our team will respond within 24 hours to provide detailed instructions, including the specific Return Address for your shipment.
Package your item securely and include all original packaging and proof of purchase.

Return shipments should be sent to: Blanq LLC 1201 South Hope Street Apt 2413, Los Angeles, CA 90015, USA

Return Conditions

Items must be returned in their original condition, unworn, undamaged, and complete with all original packaging and documentation.
Items returned without prior authorization or not meeting the above conditions may not qualify for a refund or exchange.

Return Shipping Costs

Customers are responsible for return shipping costs unless the return is due to our error or a defective product. We recommend using a trackable shipping service to ensure your return reaches us safely.

Non-Returnable Items

The following items cannot be returned:

Digital products (e-books or downloadable content)
Personalized or customized items
Gift cards

Accepted Payment Methods

Zetlly accepts the following secure and widely trusted payment options:

PayPal: Easily pay through your PayPal account, benefiting from secure transactions and buyer protection.
Stripe: Pay securely using major credit and debit cards including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover via Stripe’s encrypted payment gateway.

Payment Security

At Zetlly, your security is our utmost priority. We utilize advanced encryption technologies and robust security protocols provided by PayPal and Stripe. All payment information entered on our site is encrypted using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology, ensuring your financial information remains private and secure throughout the transaction process.

Zetlly does not store any credit card or sensitive financial information directly on our servers, further enhancing the security and protection of your personal data.

Payment Process and Confirmation

Upon placing an order, your chosen payment method (PayPal or Stripe) will immediately process the transaction. You will receive an automated confirmation email shortly after your payment has been successfully completed, detailing your transaction and order summary.

Please retain this confirmation email for your records and reference in case of any inquiries or disputes.

Rotary International was born in Chicago in 1905. By the time World War II was over, the organization had made good on its promise to �girdle the globe.� Rotary International and the Selling of American Capitalism explores the meteoric rise of a local service club that brought missionary zeal to the spread of American-style economics and civic ideals. Brendan Goff traces Rotary�s ideological roots to the business progressivism and cultural internationalism of the United States in the early twentieth century. The key idea was that community service was intrinsic to a capitalist way of life. The tone of �service above self� was often religious, but, as Rotary looked abroad, it embraced Woodrow Wilson�s secular message of collective security and international cooperation: civic internationalism was the businessman�s version of the Christian imperial civilizing mission, performed outside the state apparatus. The target of this mission was both domestic and global. The Rotarian, the organization�s publication, encouraged Americans to see the world as friendly to Main Street values, and Rotary worked with US corporations to export those values. Case studies of Rotary activities in Tokyo and Havana show the group paving the way for encroachments of US power�economic, political, and cultural�during the interwar years. Rotary�s evangelism on behalf of market-friendly philanthropy and volunteerism reflected a genuine belief in peacemaking through the world�s �parliament of businessmen.� But, as Goff makes clear, Rotary also reinforced American power and interests, demonstrating the tension at the core of US-led internationalism. Additional ISBNs 0674989791, 0674259114, 9780674989795, 9780674259119Rotary International and the Selling of American Capitalism is written by Brendan Goff and published by Harvard University Press. ISBNs for Rotary International and the Selling of American Capitalism are 9780674259126, 0674259122 and the print ISBNs are 9780674989795, 0674989791. Additional ISBNs include 0674989791, 0674259114, 9780674989795, 9780674259119.