The Promise of American Life

The Promise of American Life is a political and philosophical treatise written by Herbert Croly in 1909. The book presents a vision of American society as a dynamic, progressive force that can transform the world through the power of democracy and government intervention. Croly argues that the American system of government and economy is uniquely suited to achieving this vision, but that it must be reformed and strengthened in order to fully realize its potential. He advocates for a strong central government that can regulate and coordinate economic activity, promote social welfare, and ensure equal opportunity for all citizens. Croly also emphasizes the importance of individual responsibility and civic engagement in achieving the promise of American life. The book was influential in shaping progressive thought and policy in the early 20th century, and remains a significant work in American political philosophy.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.