Extremism in America: A Reader

Disturbingly accessible...Presents the ideas, platforms and screeds of extremists of both left and right in their own words.

A demonstrative primer of the intricate complex of themes and views that make up the modern history if American extremism.

Essential reading for anyone interested in the dark side of American politics.

This reader provides a sobering antidote to the complacent belief that democracy nurtures rationality, tolerance and civilised values. Sargent's judicious choice of texts illustrates how both left and right-wing extremists commandeer democratic principles, moral language and logic itself for their own ends. The book is an invaluable resource for students of ideology and politics.

An objective and credible collection from America's political extremes. The selections celebrate the range and diversity of political opinion in our country.