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The Education of Henry Adams
EAN : 9791041804856
Édition papier
EAN : 9791041804856
Paru le : 14 juil. 2023
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- EAN13 : 9791041804856
- Réf. fournisseur : 292542
- Date Parution : 14 juil. 2023
- Disponibilite : Disponible
- Barème de remise : NS
- Nombre de pages : 612
- Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:33 mm
- Poids : 780gr
- Résumé : "The Education of Henry Adams" is an autobiographical reflection by Henry Adams, exploring the complexities of his upbringing and the influences that shaped his intellectual development. Born into a prominent American family, Adams was surrounded by historical figures and events that deeply impacted his worldview. The narrative begins with his early years in Quincy, Massachusetts, where he was immersed in the legacy of his ancestors, including President John Quincy Adams. This environment instilled in him a sense of duty and resistance to societal norms, particularly those of Boston's State Street, which symbolized the commercial and political powers he often opposed. Adams's education was not confined to formal schooling but was a continuous process influenced by his family's political changes and the broader socio-political changes of the 19th century. The book delves into his experiences during pivotal moments such as the anti-slavery movement and the Civil War, which further shaped his perspectives. Adams reflects on the inadequacies of traditional education in preparing individuals for the rapid technological and social changes of the 20th century, emphasizing the need for a new approach to learning that embraces complexity and multiplicity. Throughout the narrative, Adams grapples with the tension between his inherited Puritan values and the demands of a modern, industrialized world. His introspective journey reveals a man caught between the past and the future, seeking to understand his place in a rapidly evolving society. The work is both a personal memoir and a broader commentary on the challenges of adapting to change, making it a timeless exploration of the human condition.
- Biographie : Henry Brooks Adams (February 16, 1838 - March 27, 1918) was an American historian and a member of the Adams political family, descended from two U.S. presidents. As a young Harvard graduate, he served as secretary to his father, Charles Francis Adams, Abraham Lincoln's ambassador to the United Kingdom. The posting influenced the younger man through the experience of wartime diplomacy, and absorption in English culture, especially the works of John Stuart Mill. After the American Civil War, he became a political journalist who entertained America's foremost intellectuals at his homes in Washington and Boston.
