New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1963. First Edition. Hardcover. Octavo. [ix], 434, xiii pages.

The Pulitzer Prize-winning historian presents a personal exploration of some of the less attractive aspects of American life in light of the suspicion America has often held for her intellectuals throughout history. Hofstadter not only seeks to point out and criticize America's scorners of intellect, but also to convey his ideas about what an intellectual is and what he can be as a force in a democratic society. Hofstadter's work here remains as relevant as ever.

Very good in a very good dust jacket. Shallow bumps at spine ends, small white paint daub on cloth at bottom edge of spine. Jacket has a 1/4" squarish chip at top of lower joint fold, faint browning along spine, rubbed edge wrinkles at spine ends, and a few scattered paint specks at heel. Overall a very handsome copy.

Item #2154

Price: $175