JOURNAL ARTICLE

Beyond the Single Tax: Henry George and His Movement.

  • Published In: Journal of the Gilded Age & Progressive Era, 2024, v. 23, n. 2. P. 260 1 of 3

  • Database: America: History and Life with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Istre, Logan S. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the book "Land and Liberty: Henry George and the Crafting of Modern Liberalism" by Christopher William England. The book explores the ideas of Henry George, a thinker who has recently gained renewed interest, and his impact on liberal ideology. England argues that George's holistic worldview and his plan for land value taxation had a significant influence on the transformation of liberal ideology at the turn of the century. The book covers George's life, his disciples, and the major accomplishments of the post-George movement. While the analysis is incisive, the book's emphasis on relating George's movement to modern liberalism is both a strength and a weakness. Overall, the book is a valuable contribution to American political historiography. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of the Gilded Age & Progressive Era. 2024/04, Vol. 23, Issue 2, p260
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1537-7814
  • DOI:10.1017/S1537781424000057
  • Accession Number:177324267
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