Alexis de Tocqueville
What’s inside
Alexis de Tocqueville’s ‘Democracy in America’ offers an insightful analysis of the American democratic system and its societal implications in the 1830s.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding the foundations of American democracy
- Insights into the effects of political systems on society
- Reflection on the strengths and vulnerabilities of democracy
- Recognition of the historical context of modern democratic ideals
Key Points
- Exploring the Equality of Conditions in America
- The Power of the Majority and Its Effects
- The American System of Townships
- The Relationship Between Religion and Politics
- The Dangers of Individualism and Tyranny of the Majority
- The Role of Associations in Democracy
- The Judicial System and Its Democratic Functions
Who’s it For
- Students of political science
- History enthusiasts
- Readers interested in American history
- Scholars of democracy
About the author
A 19th-century French political thinker and historian, Tocqueville is renowned for his works on democracy and social structures.