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The Dream of a Democratic Culture - (Palgrave Studies in Cultural and Intellectual History) by  T Lacy (Hardcover) - 1 of 1

The Dream of a Democratic Culture - (Palgrave Studies in Cultural and Intellectual History) by T Lacy (Hardcover)

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  • This book presents a moderately revisionist history of the great books idea anchored in the following movements and struggles: fighting anti-intellectualism, advocating for the liberal arts, distributing cultural capital, and promoting a public philosophy, anchored in mid-century liberalism, that fostered a shared civic culture.
  • About the Author: Tim Lacy has a PhD in American History from Loyola University Chicago, USA, where he is currently employed.
  • 324 Pages
  • History, United States
  • Series Name: Palgrave Studies in Cultural and Intellectual History

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This book presents a moderately revisionist history of the great books idea anchored in the following movements and struggles: fighting anti-intellectualism, advocating for the liberal arts, distributing cultural capital, and promoting a public philosophy, anchored in mid-century liberalism, that fostered a shared civic culture.



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Tim Lacy has a PhD in American History from Loyola University Chicago, USA, where he is currently employed. He has taught history at Monmouth College, USA, and several Chicago-area colleges and universities.

Dimensions (Overall): 8.5 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inches (W) x .9 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.1 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 324
Genre: History
Sub-Genre: United States
Series Title: Palgrave Studies in Cultural and Intellectual History
Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
Theme: 20th Century
Format: Hardcover
Author: T Lacy
Language: English
Street Date: November 26, 2013
TCIN: 1006479663
UPC: 9780230337466
Item Number (DPCI): 247-42-8453
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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