""Character and Opinion in the United States"" is a non-fiction book written by George Santayana in 1921. The book is a collection of essays and lectures that discuss the American character and the country's political and social opinions. Santayana examines the unique qualities of American democracy and the challenges it faces, including the tension between individualism and collectivism, and the role of education in shaping American values.The book also includes reminiscences of two prominent American philosophers, William ...
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""Character and Opinion in the United States"" is a non-fiction book written by George Santayana in 1921. The book is a collection of essays and lectures that discuss the American character and the country's political and social opinions. Santayana examines the unique qualities of American democracy and the challenges it faces, including the tension between individualism and collectivism, and the role of education in shaping American values.The book also includes reminiscences of two prominent American philosophers, William James and Josiah Royce, as well as Santayana's own experiences as an academic in America. He reflects on the state of higher education in the United States and the role of intellectuals in shaping public opinion.Santayana's writing is both insightful and engaging, offering a nuanced perspective on American society and culture. His observations are relevant even today, and the book remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, politics, and philosophy.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.
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