Habits of the Heart, with a New Preface: Individualism and Commitment in American Life

First published in 1985, Habits of the Heart continues to be one of the most discussed interpretations of modern American society, a quest for a democratic community that draws on our diverse civic and religious traditions. In a new preface the authors relate the arguments of the book both to the current realities of American society and to the growing debate about the country's future. With this new edition one of the most influential books of recent times takes on a new immediacy.

Author: Robert N. Bellah, Richard Madsen, William M. Sullivan
Publisher: University of California Press
Published: 09/17/2007
Pages: 410
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.06lbs
Size: 8.16h x 5.56w x 0.98d
ISBN13: 9780520254190
ISBN10: 0520254198
BISAC Categories:
- Social Science | Sociology | General
- Religion | Comparative Religion

About the Author
Recipient of the National Humanities Medal, Robert N. Bellah is Elliott Professor of Sociology Emeritus, University of California, Berkeley. Richard Madsen is Professor of Sociology, University of California, San Diego. William M. Sullivan is Senior Scholar at the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. Ann Swidler is Professor of Sociology, University of California, Berkeley. Steven M. Tipton is Professor of Sociology and Religion at Emory University and the Candler School of Theology.