Character And Opinion In The United States

""Character and Opinion in the United States"" is a non-fiction book written by George Santayana in 1921. The book is divided into two parts. The first part deals with the character of the American people and how it has influenced their opinions and the way they view the world. The second part is a collection of reminiscences of two prominent American philosophers, William James and Josiah Royce, and their contributions to academic life in America.Santayana provides his observations and insights on the American character, examining the country's history, culture, and social structure. He argues that the American character is defined by a strong sense of individualism, pragmatism, and a belief in progress. He also explores the impact of religion, politics, and education on American society.The second part of the book is a personal account of Santayana's experiences with William James and Josiah Royce. He gives an intimate portrayal of their personalities, their intellectual contributions, and their impact on American philosophy. He also reflects on his own academic life in America and the challenges he faced as a foreign-born scholar.Overall, ""Character and Opinion in the United States"" is a thoughtful and engaging analysis of American culture and philosophy. It offers valuable insights into the American character and the intellectual contributions of two of its most prominent thinkers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.