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  • Presidents, Populism, and the Crisis of Democracy

    To counter the threat America faces, two political scientists offer "clear constitutional solutions that break sharply with the conventional wisdom" (Steven Levitsky, New York Times–bestselling coauthor of How Democracies Die).Has American democracy's long, ambitious run come to an end? Possibly yes. As William G. Howell and Terry M. Moe argue in this trenchant new analysis of modern politics, the ... Read more

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  • A Confession of St. Augustine

    An Introspective Journey into Faith and Redemption

    In "A Confession of St. Augustine," William Dean Howells delivers a remarkable adaptation of Augustine's spiritual journey, intricately weaving the early Christian's introspective musings with modern literary sensibilities. Howells employs a contemplative and often lyrical prose style, inviting readers to explore themes of sin, redemption, and the complexities of faith within the framework of a ... Read more

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  • Venetian Life

    Enriched edition. Capturing the Essence of 19th Century Venice: A Literary Exploration

    In "Venetian Life," William Dean Howells intricately weaves a tapestry of his experiences in the iconic city of Venice, blending travel writing with social commentary. The book, marked by Howells' keen observational skills and eloquent prose, captures the essence of Venetian culture, architecture, and the everyday lives of its inhabitants in the late 19th century. Through his vivid descriptions ... Read more

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  • The Quality of Mercy

    Exploring morality, justice, and societal norms in 19th-century America

    In "The Quality of Mercy," William Dean Howells masterfully navigates the complexities of human nature and morality through the lens of a compelling narrative infused with social realism typical of 19th-century American literature. Set against the backdrop of an industrializing society, Howells delves into the life of his characters with a keen psychological insight, portraying their struggles ... Read more

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  • The Wartime President

    Executive Influence and the Nationalizing Politics of Threat

    "It is the nature of war to increase the executive at the expense of the legislative authority," wrote Alexander Hamilton in the Federalist Papers. The balance of power between Congress and the president has been a powerful thread throughout American political thought since the time of the Founding Fathers. And yet, for all that has been written on the topic, we still lack a solid empirical or ... Read more

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  • A Hazard of New Fortunes (Complete)

    The following story was the first fruit of my New York life when I began to live it after my quarter of a century in Cambridge and Boston, ending in 1889; and I used my own transition to the commercial metropolis in framing the experience which was wholly that of my supposititious literary adventurer. He was a character whom, with his wife, I have employed in some six or eight other stories, and ... Read more

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  • A Hazard of New Fortunes

    New York City. The dawn of a new century. Two men intent on changing the world with two very different visions.When a self-made millionaire and a new-age social revolutionary come head-to-head, there's no telling who will come out on top. One wants the world. The other wants to give it to those less fortunate. And when a goodwill man steps in to act as mediator, he soon finds himself at a crisis ... Read more

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  • The Rise of Silas Lapham

    The classic novel about an ordinary man's ascent into wealthy Boston circles, and its effect on him and his family.Thanks to hard work and good fortune, Silas Lapham succeeds financially in the paint business. But money and class are not the same thing, and the Laphams struggle to feel they truly fit in amid New England's social aristocracy.When they move into a luxurious home in the elite Back ... Read more

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  • THE RISE OF SILAS LAPHAM (Unabridged)

    Enriched edition. American Classic

    In "The Rise of Silas Lapham," William Dean Howells masterfully explores the complexities of American society during the late 19th century. This unabridged work is a keen social commentary that delves into the life of Silas Lapham, a self-made man who strikes gold in the paint industry yet finds himself ensnared in the web of social pretensions and moral dilemmas. Through Howells' meticulous ... Read more

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  • The American Presidency

    An Institutional Approach to Executive Politics

    How institutions shape the American presidencyThis incisive undergraduate textbook emphasizes the institutional sources of presidential power and executive governance, enabling students to think more clearly and systematically about the American presidency at a time when media coverage of the White House is awash in anecdotes and personalities. William Howell offers unparalleled perspective on the ... Read more

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  • The Rise of Silas Lapham

    Key themes explored in "The Rise of Silas Lapham" include:Wealth and Social Status: The novel delves into the impact of newfound wealth on individuals' aspirations and interactions with established social hierarchies.Business and Ethics: The Lapham family's journey raises questions about the moral implications of business decisions and the pursuit of wealth.Family Dynamics: The relationships ... Read more

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  • Five O'Clock Tea: Farce

    Enriched edition. A Satirical Look at 19th Century High Society Gatherings

    In "Five O'Clock Tea: Farce," William Dean Howells masterfully weaves a comedic tapestry that explores societal norms and the absurdities of social interactions. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century America, this engaging one-act play employs witty dialogue and incisive characterizations, emphasizing the farcical nature of social conventions. Howells's deft use of humor serves not only to ... Read more

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