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Carl Becker: A Biographical Study in American Intellectual History

Carl Becker: A Biographical Study in American Intellectual History

Wilkins, Burleigh Taylor

Hardcover

Historical Figures20th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1258619644
ISBN13: 9781258619640
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Mar 16 2013
Pages: 258
Weight: 1.13
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Carl Becker: A Biographical Study In American Intellectual History is a book written by Burleigh Taylor Wilkins that provides a comprehensive account of the life and work of Carl Becker, a prominent American historian and intellectual figure of the 20th century. The book traces Becker's life from his childhood in Iowa to his academic career at Cornell University, where he became a leading figure in the field of American history. The book explores Becker's intellectual contributions to the field of history, including his famous concept of historical relativism and his influential works on the American Revolution and the history of democracy. It also delves into Becker's political views and his involvement in progressive causes, such as the peace movement and the fight for academic freedom during the McCarthy era. Through extensive research and analysis, Wilkins paints a vivid portrait of Becker's life and legacy, highlighting his impact on American intellectual history and his enduring influence on the study of history and democracy. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of one of America's most important intellectual figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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