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“The national distrust of the contemplative temperament arises less from an innate Philistinism than from a suspicion of anything that cannot be counted, stuffed, framed or mounted over the fireplace in the den.”

Quote by Lewis H. Lapham

Book:Money and Class in America: Notes and Observations on the Civil Religion

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Money and Class in America: Notes and Observations on the Civil Religion

This book delves into the complex relationship between money and class in America, analyzing how economic status shapes societal norms and values. It examines the role of civil religion in reinforcing class divisions and the impact of wealth on American culture and politics. more

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Lewis H. Lapham

Lewis H. Lapham is an American writer born on January 8, 1935. He is known for his distinctive literary style and profound insights into American society and politics. more

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