The Promise of American Life

The Promise of American Life is a non-fiction book written by Herbert Croly, which was first published in 1909. This book is considered a landmark in American political thought and is still relevant today. In this book, Croly argues that America has a unique political culture that is based on a promise of individual freedom and equality, and that this promise should be fulfilled through a strong and active government. He believes that the government should promote social welfare, regulate the economy, and provide opportunities for all citizens to achieve their full potential. Croly also critiques the traditional laissez-faire approach to government and argues that it is inadequate to address the complex problems of modern society. He advocates for a more progressive approach to government that is based on the principles of social justice, equality, and democracy. The Promise of American Life is a seminal work in American political thought and has influenced many political leaders and thinkers over the years. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and future of American politics and society.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.