Against Self-Reliance: The Arts of Dependence in the Early United States
door
William Huntting Howell
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Poetry
Formaat
Kindle
Pagina's
312
Taal
Engels
Gepubliceerd
Mar 3, 2015
Uitgever
University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN-10
0812291166
ISBN-13
9780812291162
Beschrijving
William Huntting Howell delves into the complex fabric of early American society, unraveling the intertwined narratives of individualism and interdependence. In a nation that has long celebrated self-reliance and personal autonomy, Howell challenges the dominant belief by exploring the essential roles that community, collaboration, and reliance on one another played in shaping American identity.
Through detailed historical analysis, Howell invites readers to reconsider the foundations of American culture, highlighting figures and movements that thrived not on isolation but through connection. In the rich tapestry of early American life, he identifies how artistic and social practices often emerged from a collective effort rather than mere individual achievement. This nuanced perspective encourages a critical reflection on the myths surrounding American heroes and their apparent independence.
Howell’s work serves as a reminder of the strength found in relationships and the shared human experience. By showcasing the arts of dependence as vital to the nation’s development, he offers a fresh lens through which to view American history, one that celebrates the interconnectedness of its people rather than the solitary pursuit of greatness. In doing so, he invites readers to embrace a broader understanding of what it means to be truly American.
Through detailed historical analysis, Howell invites readers to reconsider the foundations of American culture, highlighting figures and movements that thrived not on isolation but through connection. In the rich tapestry of early American life, he identifies how artistic and social practices often emerged from a collective effort rather than mere individual achievement. This nuanced perspective encourages a critical reflection on the myths surrounding American heroes and their apparent independence.
Howell’s work serves as a reminder of the strength found in relationships and the shared human experience. By showcasing the arts of dependence as vital to the nation’s development, he offers a fresh lens through which to view American history, one that celebrates the interconnectedness of its people rather than the solitary pursuit of greatness. In doing so, he invites readers to embrace a broader understanding of what it means to be truly American.
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