First published 2014
Mallory Factor tackles the intellectual backbone of American conservatism by gathering essays from prominent figures and activists. The Citadel professor, who wrote the bestseller Shadowbosses, presents voices that span from the Revolutionary era through William F. Buckley's influence, from Barry Goldwater's campaigns to Reagan's presidency. The collection examines libertarian thought alongside responses to modern terrorism. Leading conservative minds contribute their perspectives on key figures and foundational ideas that shaped right-wing politics across three centuries. Factor's compilation reveals how conservative intellectual traditions developed and evolved throughout American history. The book provides readers with direct access to the thinking that built and sustained the conservative movement, offering a comprehensive survey of its philosophical foundations and political evolution.
Genres: history, american, political-science, politics, non-fiction, 21st-century, academic, american-history
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: survey
Setting: America, The Citadel
Period: Revolutionary Era, Reagan's Presidency
464 pages · Hardcover · Broadside Books