This treatise links three 19th-century philosophers in a single intellectual and ideological tradition by identifying similarities in their thought. The author also attempts to correct prevalent misconceptions about 19th-century liberalism.

A provocative new history of liberalism that also provides a road map for today's liberals

Freedom from Fear offers a striking new account of the dominant political and social theory…

Contains an intellectual biography, historical context, critical exposition of Alexis de Tocqueville’s work, reception and influence, contemporary relevance, bibliography including references to electronic resources and an index.