Our Democracy: Its Origins And Its Tasks (1917)

""Our Democracy: Its Origins And Its Tasks"" is a book written by James Hayden Tufts in 1917. The book explores the concept of democracy, its origins and evolution, and the tasks it must undertake to ensure its survival. The author argues that democracy is not just a political system but a way of life, a system of values and beliefs that must be cultivated and nurtured. The book traces the origins of democracy from ancient Greece and Rome to modern times, highlighting the key thinkers and events that shaped its development. Tufts also examines the challenges facing democracy in the early 20th century, including the rise of authoritarian regimes and the threat of war. He argues that democracy must be constantly renewed and reinvigorated through education, civic engagement, and a commitment to the common good. ""Our Democracy: Its Origins And Its Tasks"" is a thought-provoking and insightful analysis of one of the most important political systems in human history.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.