The Degradation of the Democratic Dogma (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162640822)

The Degradation of the Democratic Dogma is a non-fiction book written by American historian and writer Henry Adams. The book was first published in 1919 and presents Adams' critique of the modern concept of democracy, which he argues has been degraded from its original ideals. Adams argues that democracy has become a mere slogan, a catchphrase that is used to justify all sorts of policies and actions without any real understanding of what it means. He traces the history of democracy from its origins in ancient Greece to its modern form in the United States and Europe, showing how it has changed over time and how its original principles have been lost.Adams also examines the role of education in democracy, arguing that the modern education system has failed to teach citizens the skills and knowledge necessary to participate in a democratic society. He suggests that democracy can only be restored if citizens are educated to think critically and independently, and if they are given the tools to participate fully in the democratic process.Overall, The Degradation of the Democratic Dogma is a thought-provoking critique of modern democracy and a call to action for citizens to reclaim its original principles. It is a must-read for anyone interested in politics, history, and the future of democracy.1920. This new book is a record of the gathering of data in the department of human government by three generations of America's most distinguished thinkers, whose lives cover almost the entire period of the American experiment. Here are included three brilliant essays-expressing and emphasizing the creed which has become the heritage of Henry Adams. The result may be summed up in this remarkable conclusion: Vox populi non est vox Dei. As in physics, so also in mind and administration. The theory of averages leads ever to a lower level. The perfect plebiscite, the democratic ideal, is the synonym not of perfect truth but of disaster and confusion. Contents: The Heritage of Henry Adams; The Tendency of History; A Letter to American Teachers of History: The Problem and The Solutions; and The Rule of Phase Applied to History. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

Author: Henry Adams
ISBN-10: 1162640820
ISBN-13: 9781162640822
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 336
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.99lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.70d