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Elites Against Democracy
Since the beginning of the current era of imperialism in the late nineteenth century, there has been a striking contrast between bourgeois political thought in Germany and the West. Walter Struve demonstrates how German political culture went through a phase in which great emphasis was placed on the establishment of a new political elite recruited on the basis of merit and skill, but ruling in an authoritarian way, and not controlled by the populace. He suggests that this type of elitism, many aspects of which were vital to the political culture of Nazi Germany, seems today to be widespread in the West. The development of this concept of an open-yet-authoritarian elite is approached through ...
Bismarck
Bismarck was arguably the most important figure in 19th-century European history after 1815. In this biography, Edgar Feuchtwanger reassesses Bismarck's significance as a historical figure.
Darwin's "Historical Sketch"
Curtis Johnson examines Charles Darwin's "Historical Sketch," creating profiles of the great thinkers writing before and during Darwin's lifetime.
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The Secular Religion of Franklin Merrell-Wolff
In The Secular Religion of Franklin Merrell-Wolff: An Intellectual History of Anti-intellectualism in Modern America, Dave Vliegenthart offers an account of the life and teachings of the modern American mystic Franklin Merrell-Wolff (1887–1985), who combined secular and religious sources from eastern and western traditions in order to elaborate and legitimate his metaphysical claim to the realization of a transcendental reality beyond reason. Using Merrell-Wolff as a typical example of a modern western guru, Vliegenthart investigates the larger sociological and historical context of the ongoing grand narrative that asserts a widespread anti-intellectualism in modern American culture, exploring developments in religious, philosophical, and psychological discourses in North America from 1800 until the present.
Bismarck
Bismarck was arguably the most important figure in nineteenth-century European history after 1815. In this biography, Edgar Feuchtwanger reassesses Bismarck's significance as a historical figure. He traces his development from a typical Junker, a reactionary and conservative, into the so-called white revolutionary who recast European affairs more drastically than anyone since Napoleon. This second edition includes a new introduction, taking into account the most recent scholarship on Bismarck, which reflects on Bismarck's legacy in modern Germany, which is once again the European economic powerhouse for which Bismarck laid the foundations. Feuchtwanger's lucid account demythologizes the German leader without demonising him. This book leaves the reader with a strongly-etched portrait of one of the decisive makers of the modern world.
Russian Memories
Olga Alekseevna Novikova's 'Russian Memories' provides a captivating glimpse into the tumultuous history of Russia through the eyes of a seasoned observer. Written in a lyrical and evocative prose style, the book offers a rich tapestry of personal anecdotes, historical events, and cultural insights that paint a vivid picture of the Russian experience. Novikova's use of vivid imagery and detailed descriptions immerses the reader in the sights, sounds, and emotions of each memory, making the past come alive on the pages. This book is a valuable contribution to the genre of memoirs and offers a unique perspective on Russian history and society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of Russia's past and present. Olga Alekseevna Novikova's intimate account of her experiences in Russia provides a compelling narrative that will both educate and entertain readers looking to explore the depths of Russian culture and history.
