Democracy in America
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Published
New York : Signet Classics, [2010].
Physical Desc
viii, 385 pages ; 18 cm
Status
Arroyo Grande Library - Adult Nonfiction
321.8042 PBK
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321.8042 PBK
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| Location | Call Number | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Arroyo Grande Library - Adult Nonfiction | 321.8042 PBK | On Shelf |
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Published
New York : Signet Classics, [2010].
Format
Book
Language
English
Notes
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Originally published: New York : New American Library, 1956. With new afterword.
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"Over 175 years ago, Alexis de Tocqueville, an astute political scientist, came to the United States to evaluate the meaning and actual functioning of democracy. Here, Tocqueville discusses the advantages and dangers of majority rule?which he thought could be as tyrannical as the rule of a monarchy. He analyzes the influence of political parties and the press on the government and the effect of equality on the social, political, and economic life of the American people. He also offers some startling predictions about world politics, which history has borne out. So brilliant and penetrating are his comments and criticisms, they have vital meaning today for all who are interested in democracy."--Amazon.com.
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