Includes bibliographical references (p. 205-218) and index.
Contents
The public philosophy and the study of ideas -- Lincoln's public philosophy -- The demise of Lincolnism -- The radical Republicans and public philosophy politics -- Moderate Republicans and non-foundationalism -- The Democrats' dilemma -- The political consequences of transitional politics -- Conclusion: Lincolnism, public philosophy, and American politics.
Summary
"Examines why the Republican Party was unable to sustain Lincoln's ideas and why neither Republicans nor Democrats were able to formulate an alternative public philosophy to Lincolnism. Sand describes how radical Republicans and purist Democrats battled for control of America's public philosophy, and how moderate Republicans and legitimist Democrats placed issue and policy debates over ideology"--Provided by publisher.
Reproduction
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, MI : ProQuest, 2016. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest affiliated libraries.
