| American Progressivism: A Reader Contributor(s): Pestritto, Ronald J. (Editor), Atto, William (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0739123041 ISBN-13: 9780739123041 Publisher: Lexington Books OUR PRICE: $54.44 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 2008 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Political Science | History & Theory - General - History | United States - 19th Century - History | United States - 20th Century |
| Dewey: 973.91 |
| LCCN: 2008001519 |
| Physical Information: 0.96" H x 6.11" W x 8.85" (1.11 lbs) 340 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 1851-1899 - Chronological Period - 1900-1919 - Chronological Period - 1920's - Chronological Period - 20th Century |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: American Progressivism is a one-volume edition of some of the most important essays, speeches, and book excerpts from the leading figures of national Progressivism. It is designed for classroom use, includes an accessible interpretive essay, and introduces each selection with a brief historical and conceptual background. The introductory essay is written with the student in mind, and addresses the important characteristics of Progressive thought and the role of Progressives in the development of the American political tradition. Students of American political thought, American politics, American history, the presidency, Congress, and political parties will find this reader to be an invaluable source for insight into Progressivism. |