Author : T. Lacy
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 1137042621
Total Pages : 324 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)
Book Synopsis The Dream of a Democratic Culture by : T. Lacy
Download or read book The Dream of a Democratic Culture written by T. Lacy and published by Springer. This book was released on 2013-11-26 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents a moderately revisionist history of the great books idea anchored in the following movements and struggles: fighting anti-intellectualism, advocating for the liberal arts, distributing cultural capital, and promoting a public philosophy, anchored in mid-century liberalism, that fostered a shared civic culture.