Palgrave Studies in Cultural and Intellectual History: Mortimer J. Adler and the Great Books Idea

Lacy, T.

This book presents a moderately revisionist history of the great books idea anchored in the following movements and struggles: fighting anti-intellectualism, advocating for the liberal arts, distributing cultural capital, and promoting a public philosophy, anchored in mid-century liberalism, that fostered a shared civic culture.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2013-11-26

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9781349340941

DOI: 10.1057/9781137042620

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 324