The Promise of American Life

The Promise of American Life is a book written by Herbert Croly, a political philosopher and journalist, first published in 1909. The book is a critique of the American political system and society, and a call to action for a new progressive movement to address the challenges facing the country. Croly argues that the traditional laissez-faire approach to politics and economics is inadequate for the modern era, and that the government must take a more active role in promoting the general welfare of the people. He advocates for a strong central government, with the power to regulate business and promote social programs, in order to create a more equitable society. The book also explores the role of democracy in American life, and the importance of civic engagement and participation in the political process. Overall, The Promise of American Life is a seminal work in the progressive movement, and continues to influence political and social discourse in the United States today.1910. Contents: What is the Promise of American Life?; The Federalists and the Republicans; The Democrats and the Whigs; Slavery and American Nationality; The Contemporary Situation; Reform and the Reformers; Reconstruction; Its Conditions and Purposes; Nationality and Democracy; The American Democracy and Its National Principle; A National Foreign Policy; Problems or Reconstruction-Part I.; Problems or Reconstruction-Part II.; and Conclusions-The Individual and the National Purpose.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.