Democracy as a Way of Life in America

Name: Democracy as a Way of Life in America
Brand: Routledge
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By Richard Schneirov

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The United States is a nation whose identity is defined by the idea of democracy. Yet democracy in the U.S. is often taken for granted, narrowly understood, and rarely critically examined. In Democracy as a Way of Life in America, Schneirov and Fernandez show that, much more than a static legacy from the past, democracy is a living process that informs all aspects of American life.
The authors trace the story of American democracy from the revolution to the present, showing how democracy has changed over time, and the challenges it has faced. They examine themes including individualism, foreign policy, the economy, and the environment, and reveal how democracy has been deeply involved in these throughout the country's history.
Democracy as a Way of Life in America demonstrates that democracy is not simply a set of institutions or practices such as the right to vote or competing political parties, but a complex, multi-dimensional phenomenon, whose animating spirit can be found in every part of American culture and society. This vital and engaging narrative should be read by students of history, political science, and anyone who wants to understand the nature of American democracy.

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Binding:: Paperback
Edition:: 1
Number of Pages:: 240
Release Date:: 2013-09-10
Publication Date:: 2013-09-25
Publisher:: Routledge
Languages:: Original: English
ISBN10:: 0415836123
ISBN13:: 9780415836128
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:: [email protected]
Weight:: 354 g
Height:: 152 cm
Width:: 229 cm
Thickness:: 13 cm

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