Francis Lieber

Broschiertes Buch

The Stranger In America Or Letters To A Gentleman In Germany

Comprising Sketches Of The Manners, Society, And National Peculiarities Of The United States (1835)

Beschreibung

""The Stranger in America"" is a collection of letters written by Francis Lieber, a German immigrant to the United States, to a gentleman in Germany. The letters provide a detailed account of Lieber's observations and experiences of American society and culture during the early 19th century. Lieber's letters cover a wide range of topics, including the political and social institutions of the United States, the customs and manners of its people, and the unique characteristics of its various regions. He also offers commentary on the country's economy, education system, and religious practices. Throughout the book, Lieber provides a balanced and nuanced perspective on American life, highlighting both its strengths and weaknesses. He praises the country's democratic ideals and entrepreneurial spirit, while also criticizing its treatment of Native Americans and its reliance on slavery. Overall, ""The Stranger in America"" serves as a valuable historical document, offering a firsthand account of the United States during a pivotal period in its development. It remains a fascinating read for anyone interested in American history, culture, and society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

Francis Lieber [1798-1872] was a prominent political philosopher who helped lay the foundation for the study of political science in the United States. Renowned for his theory of civil liberty, which combined an appreciation for the English concept of decentralized political institutions with the German idea of an overall national purpose, he bridged the intellectual gap between Europe and America. A Prussian scholar and political activist, Lieber was imprisoned twice for his liberal activities. He was one of the first university-trained scholars to immigrate to the United States. A scholar of wide interests, he published studies on economics, statistics, education and penal reform and produced and edited the Encyclopedia Americana, the first work of its kind published in the United States. He was professor of history and political economy at South Carolina College from 1836 to 1856 and professor of history and political science at Columbia College from 1856 to 1865. In 1860 he also became professor of political science at Columbia Law School, a post he held until the end of his life.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 356
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Mai 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 19mm
• Gewicht: 516g
• ISBN-13: 9781104507763
• ISBN-10: 1104507765
• Artikelnr.: 26502932