The American Commonwealth (1906)

The American Commonwealth is a seminal work of political science and sociology, written by James Bryce and first published in 1888. This book is an in-depth analysis of the American political system, society, and culture. Bryce, a British historian and politician, traveled extensively throughout the United States to conduct research for this book.In the first part of the book, Bryce examines the historical development of American political institutions, including the presidency, Congress, and the judiciary. He also explores the role of political parties and interest groups in shaping American politics.The second part of the book focuses on American society and culture. Bryce discusses the diversity of the American people, including their ethnic, religious, and regional differences. He also examines the social and economic conditions of different groups, such as farmers, workers, and the urban poor.Throughout the book, Bryce offers insightful observations and critiques of American politics and society. He discusses the strengths and weaknesses of the American system of government, and offers comparisons to other democratic nations. Bryce's analysis of American society remains relevant and insightful today, over a century after the book's initial publication.With A Historical Appendix.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.