Discourses In America

By Matthew Arnold

Book Overview

Discourses in America is a collection of lectures given by the renowned British poet and cultural critic, Matthew Arnold, during his travels to America in the late 19th century. The book offers a fascinating insight into Arnold's observations on American society, culture, and politics, as well as his thoughts on the future of democracy and education.In his lectures, Arnold discusses a wide range of topics, including the role of religion in American life, the American character, the state of American literature, and the challenges facing American democracy. He also reflects on the differences between American and European culture, and offers his opinions on the strengths and weaknesses of both.Throughout the book, Arnold's distinctive voice and style shine through, as he brings his keen intellect and sharp wit to bear on the issues of his day. His insights into the cultural and political landscape of America are still relevant today, making Discourses in America a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American thought and culture.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163089575
• ISBN13: 9781163089576
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 222 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"