The Americans by Hugo Münsterberg

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Author Münsterberg, Hugo, 1863-1916
Translator Holt, Edwin B. (Edwin Bissell), 1873-1946
LoC No. 04035738
Uniform Title Die Amerikaner. English
Title The Americans
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Summary "The Americans" by Hugo Münsterberg is a philosophical treatise focused on American culture and psychology, written in the early 20th century. The book aims to explore the motivations and ideals that underlie the American character, highlighting important concepts such as self-direction, individualism, and democratic principles. Through an analysis of political, economic, intellectual, and social life in the United States, Münsterberg seeks to offer insights into the essence of American identity. The opening of "The Americans" sets the stage for an in-depth examination of what it means to be American, beginning with the concept of self-direction, which is presented as a fundamental motivation in the political life of the country. Münsterberg argues that this yearning for self-governance is not merely a theoretical construct; it is deeply rooted in the American psyche and shapes the nation's institutions and practices. The author emphasizes that the American political system is unique due to its moral foundations, contrasting it with other republics. He notes how personal responsibility and active participation in civic life are crucial to maintaining this self-directed spirit, establishing a framework that will guide the analysis in the subsequent chapters of the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
Subject United States -- Social life and customs -- 1865-1918
Subject National characteristics, American
Subject United States -- Economic conditions -- 1865-1918
Subject United States -- Politics and government -- 1901-1909
Subject United States -- Intellectual life -- 1865-1918
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EBook-No. 56376
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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