To the Right: The Transformation of American Conservatism [Paperback]

Jerome L. Himmelstein (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 24, 1992

In this timely book, Jerome Himmelstein offers a new interpretation of the growth of conservatism in American politics. Tracing the New Right of the 1970s and 1980s back to the Old Right of the 1950s, Himmelstein provides an interpretive map of the political landscape over the past decades, showing how conservatives ascended to power by reconstructing their ideology and building an independent movement.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"An insightful analysis. . . . Himmelstein's book covers much ground in discussing the historical continuities and social, political, and economic transformations that provided the basis for the growth of the New Right." -- Rebecca E. Klatch, American Journal of Sociology

"There is much to commend to political scientists in this volume. The analysis of the realignment thesis and of why conservatives could not unite beyond the Reagan years is compelling." -- Mark J. Rozell, American Political Science Review

"[Himmelstein] provides insights into many key concerns in political sociology. . . . An interesting and very informative book." -- Jerry Stockdale, Sociological Inquiry --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Jerome L. Himmelstein is Associate Professor of Sociology at Amherst College.

Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: University of California Press (November 24, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0520080424
• ISBN-13: 978-0520080423
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,898,779 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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