The American as Reformer

The American as Reformer by Arthur M Schlesinger Sr. Published by Harvard University Press, Cambridge, MA, 1950. 1st Edition. Hardbound, no DJ. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: VG. Discarded Library Book. Some edge wear, overall content excellent. 127 Pgs. The author shows that until very recent times the US has nearly always set the pace for the world in reform zeal. Less hampered by tradition, powered by Christian ideals and philosophy underlying the declaration of Independence, America has pioneered in such vital matters as extension of the suffrage, liberty of the press, the separation of church and state, international peace, prison reform, and public education. Description text copyright 2005 BooksForComfort. Item ID 9421.