John Fiske

Civil Government in the United States Considered With Some Reference to its Origins

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 460
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 24mm
• Gewicht: 640g
• ISBN-13: 9781021968579
• ISBN-10: 1021968579
• Artikelnr.: 68719034

Autorenporträt

John Fiske, born on March 30, 1842, and living until July 4, 1901, was an American philosopher and historian who exerted influence on the academic study of American institutions during the later 19th century. A graduate of Harvard University, Fiske's intellectual pursuits were wide-ranging, encompassing philosophy, history, and law. With a keen interest in the evolutionary theory of Charles Darwin, Fiske was among the first to transpose Darwinian ideas to the analysis of socio-political structures, a concept termed 'Social Darwinism.' His literary style, characterized by a lucid and accessible narrative, appealed to both scholarly peers and the wider reading public. 'Civil Government in the United States Considered with Some Reference to Its Origins' is one of his most notable contributions, offering an incisive exploration of the American political system with an emphasis on historical origins and the evolution of governmental practices. Fiske's work often underscored the importance of historical continuity and the influence of intellectual ideas on the practical workings of government. As an eloquent proponent of the evolutionary perspective on human societies, Fiske's legacy as an author resides in his capacity to synthesize complex ideas with clear exposition, making significant academic concepts available to a broad audience.