The Two Great Republics: Rome and the United States by James Lewis

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Author Lewis, James, 1863-1939
LoC No. 13020409
Title The Two Great Republics: Rome and the United States
Note Reading ease score: 51.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Two Great Republics: Rome and the United States" by James Hamilton Lewis is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book aims to compare the political and social conditions of ancient Rome with those of the United States, particularly focusing on the factors that led to the decline of the Roman Republic and examining their relevance to contemporary America. The author draws parallels between the challenges faced by both republics, emphasizing the lessons that can be learned from Roman history. The opening of this work sets the stage for a deep exploration of historical parallels, beginning with a discussion of the significant impact of the Roman Republic on modern governmental structures and various socio-political issues. Lewis outlines the recurrent theme in Roman history of conflict between different classes, namely radicals and conservatives, and suggests that similar divisions exist within American society today. By examining these historical dynamics, he seeks to illustrate the importance of understanding Rome's trajectory as a cautionary tale for the American republic, laying out the main factors leading to Rome's fall while preparing the reader for a detailed analysis of these themes in the chapters to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
Subject United States -- Politics and government
Subject Rome -- Politics and government -- 510-30 B.C.
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EBook-No. 41202
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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