Social and Political Thought of American Progressivism

Through a variety of primary sources—including speeches, poems, magazine articles, and book excerpts—this collection illustrates the origins, ambitions, and political legacy of the American Progressivism movement (1886–1924). A general introduction offers a history of the movement and a brief discussion of recent historiographical debates; headnotes introduce each selection and provide historical and political context. Eldon J. Eisenach is Professor of Political Science, University of Tulsa.