02572cam a22003613u 4500 34654 UtSlPG 20260610133806.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 B E151 Santayana, George, 1863-1952 Character and Opinion in the United States : With Reminiscences of William James and Josiah Royce and Academic Life in America Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-12-12 The moral background -- The academic environment -- William James -- Josiah Royce -- Later speculations -- Materialism and idealism in American life -- English liberty in America. Louise Davies, Ken Daniszewski and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team "Character and Opinion in the United States" by George Santayana is a philosophical treatise written in the early 20th century. This work explores the complex interplay between American character and societal opinions, as well as the intellectual environment of the time. The author, who has a background in philosophy, reflects on the nature of American thought, culture, and the moral dynamics at play in a rapidly evolving society. The opening of the text sets a reflective tone as Santayana clarifies his perspective as an observer rather than a native, emphasizing his intent to illuminate American character through a lens of appreciation and critique. He discusses the landscape of 19th-century intellectual life, specifically within New England, portraying a dichotomy between a rich, vibrant culture and a lack of genuine self-identity. As he navigates the literary and philosophical realms, he critiques the influences of past European traditions, setting the stage for a detailed examination of key philosophers like William James, and the academic environment that shaped American thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States -- Civilization -- 1865-1918 James, William, 1842-1910 National characteristics, American Royce, Josiah, 1855-1916 Philosophy, American -- 19th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34654 75500 75500