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Symbols of the Capital (Classic Reprint): Or Civilization in New York: Or Civilization in New York (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Explore the Hudson: a sweeping portrait of nature, history, and the making of an American civilization. A thoughtful examination of how river valleys shape culture, this work connects scenic beauty with the rise of cities, institutions, and a Christian democracy.
This edition surveys the Hudson River region from its wild, forested shores to the capital city on its banks. It blends natural splendor, early American history, and reflections on how country life can forge national character. Readers will find a grounded argument that leadership and culture start in everyday communities—the farms, towns, and villages that line the river—before they rise to influence the state and the nation.
- Vivid descriptions of the Hudson Valley’s landscapes, towns, and waters.
- Historical sketches of Albany, New York, and pivotal moments in colonial and early American history.
- A clear call to value country life as the soil where democracy and culture grow.
- Thoughtful discussions on purity, power, and the responsibilities of leadership.
Ideal for readers interested in American history, regional landscapes, and the idea that civic virtue starts in everyday life along rivers and in rural communities.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This 19th-century American book reflects on American civilization's progress, primarily through an analysis of societal trends within New York, the author's native state, and the role of religion within American society. The author discusses religion's role within a democracy and the United States' promise as a Christian nation. The author also posits that cities and the accumulation of people within them create unique social challengesâ"particularly in relation to health, commercial competition, and the development of individual characterâ"not found in rural communities, which the author argues are preferable to city living for the development of a virtuous populace. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330169162_0
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Condition: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 378 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. Seller Inventory # 25799046/1