Liberalism and its challengers
Subtitle: from F.D.R. to Bush
By: Alonzo L. Hamby.
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Published: 1992
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 431
Subjects: Liberalism -- United States -- History -- 20th century; Politicians -- United States -- Biography; Presidents -- United States -- Biography; United States -- Politics and government -- 20th century
Description: Now brought up to date to cover the Reagan and Bush administrations, the second edition of this classic text plots the rise, fall and continuing evolution of the liberal tradition in America since the Depression. Focusing on ten key individuals, from Franklin Roosevelt to Martin Luther King, Jr. to Ronald Reagan, "The Roosevelt of the Right," Hamby employs lively biographical essays to illuminate the ideological bases of American liberalism and conservatism. An essential tool towards understanding for students of American history and politics.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 397-418) and index.