Alexis de Tocqueville

Nothing tends to materialize man, and to deprive his work of the faintest trace of mind, more than extreme division of labor.

Democracy in America

Democracy in America is the classic analysis of America’s unique political character, quoted heavily by politicians and perennially popping up on history professors’ reading lists. The book’s enduring appeal lies in the eloquent, prophetic voice of Alexis de Tocqueville (1805-1859), a French aristocrat who visited the United States in 1831. A thoughtful young man in a still-young country, he succeeded in penning this penetrating study … [ Read more ]