Ideals Of Democracy: Conversations In A Smoking Car (1908)

By John T. Dye

Book Overview

Ideals of Democracy: Conversations in a Smoking Car is a book written by John T. Dye in 1908. The book is a collection of conversations that took place between a group of men traveling on a train through the American Midwest. The conversations revolve around the ideals of democracy, the principles of government, and the role of citizens in the democratic process.Dye uses the conversations to explore the various aspects of democracy, including the importance of individual rights, the role of government in protecting those rights, and the need for citizens to actively participate in the democratic process. The book also delves into the challenges facing democracy, such as corruption and the influence of special interests.Throughout the book, Dye presents a compelling argument for the importance of democracy in modern society. He argues that democracy is not only a political system but also a way of life, and that it is essential for the well-being of individuals and society as a whole.Overall, Ideals of Democracy: Conversations in a Smoking Car is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a unique perspective on the principles of democracy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in politics, government, and the democratic process.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: 1166966704
• ISBN13: 9781166966706
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 188 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"