“If there is anything more dangerous to the life of the mind than having no independent commitment to ideas, it is having an excess of commitment to some special and constricting idea.”
Quote by Richard Hofstadter
Work
Anti-Intellectualism in American Life
This book delves into the historical and cultural factors contributing to the erosion of intellectualism in American society, analyzing its impact on education, politics, and public discourse. more
Author
Richard Hofstadter
Richard Hofstadter, an American historian, was born on August 6, 1916, and passed away on October 24, 1970. Known for his profound insights into American history and society, Hofstadter is particularly recognized for his work on the history of American politics and intellectual life. His contributions have had a significant impact on historians that followed. more
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