For Common Things

Irony, Trust, and Commitment in America Today

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Philosophy, Modern, Social & Cultural Studies, Political Science, Government, Civics
Cover of the book For Common Things by Jedediah Purdy, Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
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Author: Jedediah Purdy ISBN: 9780307757272
Publisher: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Publication: November 24, 2010
Imprint: Vintage Language: English
Author: Jedediah Purdy
ISBN: 9780307757272
Publisher: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
Publication: November 24, 2010
Imprint: Vintage
Language: English

Jedediah Purdy calls For Common Things his "letter of love for the world's possibilities." Indeed, these pages--which garnered a flurry of attention among readers and in the media--constitute a passionate and persuasive testament to the value of political, social, and community reengagement. Drawing on a wide range of literary and cultural influences--from the writings of Montaigne and Thoreau to the recent popularity of empty entertainment and breathless chroniclers of the technological age--Purdy raises potent questions about our stewardship of civic values.

Most important, Purdy offers us an engaging, honest, and bracing reminder of what is crucial to the healing and betterment of society, and impels us to consider all that we hold in common.

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Jedediah Purdy calls For Common Things his "letter of love for the world's possibilities." Indeed, these pages--which garnered a flurry of attention among readers and in the media--constitute a passionate and persuasive testament to the value of political, social, and community reengagement. Drawing on a wide range of literary and cultural influences--from the writings of Montaigne and Thoreau to the recent popularity of empty entertainment and breathless chroniclers of the technological age--Purdy raises potent questions about our stewardship of civic values.

Most important, Purdy offers us an engaging, honest, and bracing reminder of what is crucial to the healing and betterment of society, and impels us to consider all that we hold in common.

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