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In 1831, Alexis de Tocqueville and Gustave de Beaumont spent nine months in the U.S. studying American prisons on behalf of the French government. They investigated not just the prison system but indeed every aspect of American public and private lifethe political, economic, religious, cultural, and above all the social life of the young nation. From Tocquevilles copious notes came Democracy in America.This Englishonly edition of Democracy in America features Eduardo Nollas incisive notes to James Schleifers English translation of the French text, with extensive reference to early outlines, drafts, manuscript variants, marginalia, unpublished fragments, and other materials: This new Democracy is not only the one that Tocqueville presented to the reader of 1835, then to the reader of 1840. . . the reader will see how Tocqueville proceeded with the elaboration of the main ideas of this book.Alexis de Tocqueville (18051859) was a French writer and politician.Eduardo Nolla is a Professor at the Universidad San PabloCEU, Madrid.James T. Schleifer is emeritus Dean of the Library and Professor of History at the College of New Rochelle and has been a visiting lecturer at Yale University.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'Democracy in America'? A: 'Democracy in America' primarily explores the political and social structures of the United States as observed by Alexis de Tocqueville and Gustave de Beaumont during their travels in the 1830s.
- Q: Who are the authors of this edition? A: This edition features the work of Alexis de Tocqueville, with notes by Eduardo Nolla and an English translation by James T. Schleifer.
- Q: What is the significance of Tocqueville's observations? A: Tocqueville's observations provide deep insights into American society and its democratic principles, making it a foundational text in political science and sociology.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains a total of 1688 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of its themes.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition is available in a paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to read.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition of 'Democracy in America' was published on February 3, 2012.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: 'Democracy in America' is highly regarded in academic circles and is suitable for both students and scholars interested in political theory and American history.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in this edition? A: Yes, this edition is labeled as 'Illustrated,' providing additional context and visual engagement with the material.
- Q: What should I expect in terms of content depth? A: Readers can expect a thorough examination of American democracy, including political, social, and cultural analyses, enriched by extensive notes and historical references.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this book? A: Students, educators, and anyone interested in understanding the foundations of American democracy and its societal implications would greatly benefit from this book.