Democracy in America — Volume 1
Democracy in America is Alexis de Tocqueville's study of the United States, based on nine months of travel in 1831 and 1832; this first volume was published in 1835 and translated into English the same year by Henry Reeve. Tocqueville describes the physical setting, the Puritan origins of New England, the township, the federal constitution, the parties, the press, political associations and the power of the majority, and then considers the future of the three races, white, Black and Native American, who inhabit the country, with a prophetic chapter on slavery and the Union. He writes as a French aristocrat convinced that equality is coming to Europe whether Europeans like it or not, and curious to see it where it already exists. It is available to read online in your browser on Vinteuil, with the first chapter free.
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Frequently asked questions about Democracy in America — Volume 1
Democracy in America — Volume 1 by Alexis de Tocqueville can be read online on Vinteuil, directly in your browser. The first chapter is free for everyone; the complete book is included in Vinteuil Reading ($4.99/month or $39.99/year) or yours forever for $2.99.
Can I read Democracy in America — Volume 1 online?
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Is Democracy in America — Volume 1 free to read on Vinteuil?
The first chapter of Democracy in America — Volume 1 is free, without an account. To read the whole book, either buy its online reading for $2.99 (£2.99 in the UK) and keep it forever, or subscribe to Vinteuil Reading for $4.99/month (£4.99/month in the UK) or $39.99/year, with 1 month free for new subscribers. The subscription opens every book in the library and can be cancelled at any time.
Is Democracy in America — Volume 1 in the public domain?
Yes. Democracy in America — Volume 1 by Alexis de Tocqueville is a public-domain work, here in the translation by Henry Reeve. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
How long does it take to read Democracy in America — Volume 1?
About 12 h 28 min of reading, at an average reading pace. Your place is saved automatically when you are signed in, so you can read in several sittings and on several devices.
What kind of book is Democracy in America — Volume 1?
Democracy in America — Volume 1 by Alexis de Tocqueville is filed under "Philosophy" in the Vinteuil library.
