The Americans: In Their Moral, Social And Political Relations (1837) - Francis Joseph Grund - Bog

The Americans: In Their Moral, Social And Political Relations is a book written by Francis Joseph Grund and published in 1837. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of American society during the early years of the country's existence. Grund, who was a German immigrant to the United States, offers a unique perspective on American culture, politics, and social structures.The book is divided into three parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of American society. In the first part, Grund examines the moral character of Americans, discussing topics such as religion, education, and family life. He argues that Americans are a deeply moral people, but that their moral code is often shaped by practical considerations rather than strict religious or philosophical principles.The second part of the book is devoted to American social relations. Grund discusses the role of women in American society, the state of race relations, and the nature of American democracy. He argues that while America is a democratic society, it is also deeply divided along social and economic lines.The final part of the book focuses on American politics. Grund discusses the structure of the American government, the role of political parties, and the state of American political culture. He argues that while American democracy is imperfect, it is still the best system of government in the world.Overall, The Americans: In Their Moral, Social And Political Relations is a fascinating and insightful look at early American society. Grund's observations and analysis are still relevant today, and the book remains an important work in the history of American social and political thought.Two Volumes In One.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.