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A New Abridgement of a Classic on the American Experiment.?As debates rage over the future of America and the country's relationship to its past, there is no better time to examine the American culture from the perspective of a nineteenth century French thinker and student of democracy. Alexis de Tocqueville's Democracy in America, written in French in the early 19th century, is seen as a classic of American political and cultural studies. However, the expansive 2volume original has never seen an accessible version that remains true to the original text. This new abridgement of Francis Bowen's 1864 translation keeps Tocqueville's thought intact. All chapters have been retained and no sentences have been divided. This volume offers a clear window into American political history and a concise approach to this classic outsider's perspective on the United States. A new introduction by editor John D. Wilsey further interprets and applies Tocqueville's thought for the modern student of American institutions, politics, religion, and society.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Democracy in America: A New Abridgment for Students'? A: The main theme of the book is to explore the American political system and culture through the insights of Alexis de Tocqueville, a French thinker who analyzed democracy in the United States in the 19th century.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is Alexis de Tocqueville, a renowned French political thinker and historian.
- Q: What makes this edition different from other versions of 'Democracy in America'? A: This edition is a new abridgment of Francis Bowen's 1864 translation, retaining all original chapters and sentences intact, making it more accessible while preserving Tocqueville's original thought.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 512 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students? A: Yes, this abridged version is specifically designed for students, providing a concise approach to Tocqueville's insights on American democracy.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition was published on November 9, 2016.
- Q: Does this book include an introduction? A: Yes, it features a new introduction by editor John D. Wilsey, which interprets and applies Tocqueville's thoughts for modern readers.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: The book covers various topics related to American institutions, politics, religion, and society as analyzed by Tocqueville.
- Q: What condition is this book in? A: The book is brand new.