Alexis de Tocqueville: A Life
Alexis de Tocqueville: A Life
Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
736
Biography • Nonfiction
France • 19th Century
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Alexis de Tocqueville: A Life by Hugh Brogan chronicles the life of Alexis de Tocqueville, a French aristocrat and influential political thinker, renowned for his observation of American society during his 1831 visit, which inspired his seminal work, Democracy in America. The biography delves into his analyses of democracy, his political career, and the reconciliations of his ideals with actions amid France's turbulent political climate. This book discusses political violence and capital punishment.
Informative
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Hugh Brogan’s Alexis de Tocqueville: A Life is a comprehensive biography praised for its thorough research and engaging narrative. Brogan’s insight into Tocqueville’s thoughts and times is commendable, though some readers may find the extensive detail overwhelming. Overall, it offers a rich, nuanced portrait of the political thinker’s life and legacy.
Who Should Read Alexis de Tocqueville: A Life?
Ideal for readers fascinated by political history, biographies, and 19th-century intellectuals, Alexis de Tocqueville: A Life by Hugh Brogan appeals to fans of works like Einstein: His Life and Universe by Walter Isaacson and John Adams by David McCullough. Enjoyers of in-depth explorations of influential figures will find it compelling.
736
Biography • Nonfiction
France • 19th Century
2006
Adult
18+ years
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