Publisher's Synopsis
The Rise of Modern Democracy in Old and New England is a historical book written by Charles Borgeaud in 1894. The book explores the development of democracy in both old and new England, examining the political, social, and economic factors that contributed to the rise of democratic ideals and institutions in these regions. Borgeaud begins by tracing the origins of democracy in England, from the Magna Carta to the Glorious Revolution, and then moves on to explore the emergence of democracy in the American colonies. He examines the role of the Puritans in shaping New England's democratic institutions and the impact of the American Revolution on the development of democracy in the United States.Throughout the book, Borgeaud analyzes the various challenges that democracy faced in both old and new England, including the tensions between individual liberty and social order, the struggle for political power between different classes and interest groups, and the impact of economic changes on democratic institutions. He also explores the role of religion, education, and culture in shaping democratic values and practices.Overall, The Rise of Modern Democracy in Old and New England is a comprehensive and insightful work that provides a detailed account of the development of democracy in England and the United States. It is an important resource for historians, political scientists, and anyone interested in the history of democracy and its evolution over time.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.
