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The Rise of American Democracy: Jefferson to Lincoln

Sean Wilentz
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The Rise of American Democracy: Jefferson to Lincoln

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2005

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Sean Wilentz

The Rise of American Democracy: Jefferson to Lincoln

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

1044

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
American Literature

Biography

Philosophy
Setting

United States • 1800s

Topic
Philosophy

Politics & Government

World History
Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Rise of American Democracy: Jefferson to Lincoln by Sean Wilentz explores the development of democracy in the United States from Thomas Jefferson's era to Abraham Lincoln's presidency. The book examines the political, social, and economic transformations that shaped American democracy, focusing on key figures and pivotal events that influenced the nation's democratic evolution.

Informative

Contemplative

Inspirational

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.3

2,013 ratings

73%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Sean Wilentz's The Rise of American Democracy: Jefferson to Lincoln offers a detailed and engaging narrative on the evolution of democracy in America. Admirers praise its comprehensive research and compelling storytelling. Critics note its dense prose and complex structure may challenge some readers. Overall, Wilentz provides a rich historical analysis that enlightens and provokes thought.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Rise of American Democracy: Jefferson to Lincoln?

A reader interested in The Rise of American Democracy: Jefferson to Lincoln by Sean Wilentz would likely enjoy detailed political history. Fans of David McCullough's John Adams or Doris Kearns Goodwin's Team of Rivals would appreciate its in-depth analysis of early American political evolution.

4.3

2,013 ratings

73%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

1044

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
American Literature

Biography

Philosophy
Setting

United States • 1800s

Topic
Philosophy

Politics & Government

World History
Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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