ABSTRACT

In his new introduction, Whitfield sets the scene of the early twentieth century to show what inspired Horace Kallen to write this book. He delves deeply into his background, discussing the influences on Kallen's life and work. Whitfield also examines the many changes that have occurred since Culture and Democracy in the United States was first written, and reveals that many of the ideas espoused by Kallen have become reality.

chapter |35 pages

Postscript—To Be Read First

chapter I|23 pages

A Meaning of Americanism 1

chapter II|59 pages

Democracy Versus The Melting-Pot 1

chapter III|107 pages

“Americanization” and the Cultural Prospect

chapter IV|22 pages

The Newest Reaction 1

chapter V|54 pages

America and the Life of Reason 1

chapter VI|39 pages

Humanism and the Industrial Age 1