Democracy in America, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Alexis De Tocqueville

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1330253264 ISBN 13 : 9781330253267

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Delve into a penetrating study of how a young republic keeps its union intact. In this volume, Tocqueville analyzes the balance between federal authority and state sovereignty, explaining how national and local powers interact and why centralization can threaten liberty. He frames the American experiment as a constant negotiation between unity and regional autonomy, with lasting implications for democracy and governance.

The author examines the mechanics of government, the different kinds of public affairs, and how mixed competencies shape policy. He also connects political structure to everyday life, exploring how democracy influences industry, commerce, and social relations. The result is a clear, provocative look at what keeps a diverse nation together—and what could pull it apart.

• How the United States divides and shares power between national and local authorities


• Why centralized power can both sustain and imperil a democracy


• Connections between political balance and economic growth, including manufacturing and agriculture


• Risks faced by democratic nations, from financial panics to social inequality

Ideal for readers of political philosophy, history, and anyone curious about the long arc of the American Union.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1330253264
• ISBN 13: 9781330253267
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 484
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