| Author |
Brownson, Orestes Augustus, 1803-1876 |
| Title |
The American Republic: Its Constitution, Tendencies, and Destiny
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 39.3 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Introduction -- Government -- Origin of government -- Origin of government, continued -- Origin of government, continued -- Origin of government, concluded -- Constitution of government -- Constitution of government, concluded -- The United States -- Constitution of the United States -- The Constitution, continued -- Secession -- Reconstruction -- Political tendencies -- Destiny: political and religious.
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| Summary |
"The American Republic: Its Constitution, Tendencies, and Destiny" by O. A. Brownson is an analytical account of the principles guiding the American system of government, written during the mid-19th century. The book delves into the conceptual foundations of the U.S. Constitution, the evolution and nature of governmental authority, and the nation’s distinct destiny, particularly in light of the Civil War and the issues of unity and federalism that arose from it. The opening of the text introduces Brownson's ambition to articulate a clearer understanding of the American Republic's constitution and governance. He posits that like individuals, nations undergo stages of self-discovery, and emphasizes the necessity for the United States to recognize its identity, constitution, and political mission. Discussing the implications of the recent Civil War, he argues that this conflict forced a profound reflection on the nation’s principles and governance structures. Brownson critiques existing theories of government and state sovereignty, suggesting that misinterpretations have historically plagued American politics, and insists that a deeper comprehension of the foundational doctrines of the Republic is crucial for its future stability and integrity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
JK: Political science: Political inst. and pub. Admin.: United States
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| Subject |
Constitutional history -- United States
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| Subject |
Reconstruction (U.S. history, 1865-1877)
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| Subject |
Secession -- United States
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| Subject |
United States -- Politics and government -- 1815-1861 -- Philosophy
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2053 |
| Release Date |
Jan 1, 2000 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 31, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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