Routledge - The Romantic Revolution in America: 1800-1860

Explore the transformative era of American thought with The Romantic Revolution in America: 1800-1860. This work by Parrington examines the literary and intellectual development of the United States during a period of intense change. The narrative tracks how the War of 1812 helped shape nineteenth-century ideals and how the Civil War eventually disrupted the growth of these years. This book details the half century of extravagant vigor that led to the rise of a new middle class. It moves beyond the static nature of the colonial days and the founding generation to show how America began to emerge as a new world with vast potential. For students and readers interested in the history of American literature and the shifts in national thought, this text provides a deep look at a period that redefined the American identity.