American Politics: The Promise of Disharmony
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1981
320
Book • Nonfiction
1981
Adult
18+ years
In American Politics: The Promise of Disharmony, Samuel P. Huntington examines the persistent gap between American political ideals and realities. Huntington argues that this gap leads to recurring periods of intense political debate and change. He explores how American ideals influence the political landscape, creating cycles of contention and reformation as society strives to align practice with principle.
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American Politics: The Promise of Disharmony by Samuel P. Huntington is acclaimed for its insightful analysis of American political culture, highlighting the tension between ideals and institutions. Critics praise its historical depth and clarity, though some argue it oversimplifies complex dynamics. Overall, it is regarded as a thought-provoking exploration of American political identity.
A reader interested in political philosophy, American history, and societal analysis akin to Tocqueville’s Democracy in America or Bellah’s Habits of the Heart would enjoy Huntington’s American Politics: The Promise of Disharmony for its exploration of America's ideological conflicts and national identity.
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