In the mid 1800s, French political scientist Alexis de Tocqueville came to the United States to evaluate the meaning and actual functioning of democracy. This work is his classic treatise on the American way of life that he wrote as a result of his visit. It contains his comments and criticism, many of which are still vital in today's world.
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In the mid 1800s, French political scientist Alexis de Tocqueville came to the United States to evaluate the meaning and actual functioning of democracy. This work is his classic treatise on the American way of life that he wrote as a result of his visit. It contains his comments and criticism, many of which are still vital in today's world.
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Very Good. Size: 12mo-over 6? "-7? " tall; Mass Market Paperback in Very Good Condition. Edited and Abridged by Richard D. Heffner Illustrated wraps are clean and unmarked with slight wear to lower front corner, tight and solid, internals have no markings, clean, no creasing. A classic treatise on the American way of life written as a result of a visit to America by Alexis de Tocqueville, a French nobleman and astute political scientist, 150 years ago. He came to evaluate the meaning and actual functioning of democracy. His comments and criticisms have vital meaning today for all interested in democracy. 317 pages. 4.2 x 7 inches. 2001, Signet Classics, USA.
This is a must-read for anyone who wishes to understand the mentality of liberty that exists in America. Tocqueville does an excellent job of illustrating the good and bad of "democracy in America." Essential for any amateur or professional political scientist.
Mfitz
Mar 7, 2008
Tocqueville: Still relevant, still worth your time
Tocqueville certainly has an interesting story to tell. A young man in his twenties when he wrote the first volume, he was a great intellectual of his time. It is interesting how a book 150 years old can still hold so many truths for the United States and the concept of fledgling democracies-- and still be such an enjoyable read! Don't be daunted by the page count, this enjoyable and informative text flies by, and you'll enjoy every minute of it.
