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Title: The Spirit of America

Note: Reading ease score: 57.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
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Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "The Spirit of America" by Henry Van Dyke is a collection of lectures written in the early 20th century. Initially delivered at the University of Paris, these lectures aim to define and illuminate the essence of American identity, spirit, and democratic ideals, particularly focusing on the historical and cultural values that shape the United States. The book serves as an exploration of the unique characteristics that distinguish the American character and the societal principles that underpin its democracy. The opening of the book introduces Van Dyke as a thoughtful observer seeking to clarify the essential qualities of the American people's spirit. He discusses the deep-rooted connections between Americans and their historical lineage, arguing that the true essence of America lies not solely in its material achievements or diverse population but in the ideals of liberty, self-reliance, and fair play that have been passed down through generations. This foundational perspective sets the stage for a reflective investigation into how these principles have influenced American institutions, society, and literature throughout its history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Van Dyke, Henry, 1852-1933

EBook No.: 41862

Published: Jan 17, 2013

Downloads: 137

Language: English

Subject: United States -- Civilization

Subject: National characteristics, American

LoCC: History: America: United States

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Spirit of America

Note: Reading ease score: 57.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "The Spirit of America" by Henry Van Dyke is a collection of lectures written in the early 20th century. Initially delivered at the University of Paris, these lectures aim to define and illuminate the essence of American identity, spirit, and democratic ideals, particularly focusing on the historical and cultural values that shape the United States. The book serves as an exploration of the unique characteristics that distinguish the American character and the societal principles that underpin its democracy. The opening of the book introduces Van Dyke as a thoughtful observer seeking to clarify the essential qualities of the American people's spirit. He discusses the deep-rooted connections between Americans and their historical lineage, arguing that the true essence of America lies not solely in its material achievements or diverse population but in the ideals of liberty, self-reliance, and fair play that have been passed down through generations. This foundational perspective sets the stage for a reflective investigation into how these principles have influenced American institutions, society, and literature throughout its history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Van Dyke, Henry, 1852-1933

EBook No.: 41862

Published: Jan 17, 2013

Downloads: 137

Language: English

Subject: United States -- Civilization

Subject: National characteristics, American

LoCC: History: America: United States

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.