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Democracy in America

By Tocqueville, Alexis de

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Democracy in America

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From America's call for a free press to its embrace of the capitalist system, Democracy in America--first published in 1835--enlightens, entertains, and endures as a brilliant study of our national government and character. Philosopher John Stuart Mill called it "among the most remarkable productions of our time." Woodrow Wilson wrote that de Tocqueville's ability to illuminate the actual workings of American democracy was "possibly without rival." For today's readers, de Tocqueville's concern about the effect of majority rule on the rights of individuals remains deeply meaningful. His shrewd observations about the "almost royal prerogatives" of the president and the need for virtue in elected officials are particularly prophetic. His profound insights into the great rewards and responsibilities of democratic government are words every American needs to read, contemplate, and remember. From America's call for a free press to its embrace of the capitalist system Democracy in America enlightens, entertains, and endures as a brilliant study of our national government and character. De Toqueville's concern about the effect of majority rule on the rights of individuals remains deeply meaningful. His insights into the great rewards and responsibilities of democratic government are words every American needs to read, contemplate, and remember.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
992
Release Date:
2000-04-04
Publication Date:
2004-06-30
Publisher:
Random House LLC US
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0553214640
ISBN13:
9780553214642
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
387 g
Height:
106 cm
Width:
172 cm
Thickness:
43 cm
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