The Liberal Tradition in the United States: An Interpretation of American Political Thought Since the Independence Revolution

Author: Louis Hartz
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Publish Date: 2003-10-01
Features: REPUBLICA Public Translation Series. This book is both a classic in political science and a classic in the study of history, regarded as a seminal work in both American political science and history. Hartz explores the characteristics of American liberalism, which originated earlier in Europe and holds a more universal significance, from the perspectives of history and culture. This liberalism is based on the belief in individual freedom and equality, and the idea that personal success or failure depends on one's own efforts and abilities, rather than on external factors. Hartz argues that the development of American history demonstrates that from its founding, it has been a liberal society, with liberalism becoming a firmly established tradition. This tradition has determined the direction of American historical development and ensured the consistency and continuity of American social progress.