Democracy in America V1 (1862)

Democracy in America V1 (1862)

Alexis De Tocqueville / Henry Reeve

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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9781436820035
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Democracy in America is a two-volume book written by French political thinker and historian Alexis de Tocqueville in 1835 and 1840. The book is considered a classic work on American politics and society, and is widely regarded as one of the most important works of political philosophy ever written.In the first volume, Tocqueville examines the political system of the United States, focusing on the separation of powers, the role of the judiciary, and the importance of local government. He also explores the relationship between democracy and religion, and the impact of individualism on American society.Throughout the book, Tocqueville provides insightful observations on the strengths and weaknesses of American democracy, and offers suggestions for how it can be improved. He is particularly concerned with the potential for tyranny of the majority, and argues that the protection of individual rights is essential to a healthy democracy.Overall, Democracy in America is a thought-provoking and influential work that continues to be widely read and studied today. It offers a unique perspective on the American political system, and remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the challenges and possibilities of democratic governance.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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