The respect for religious difference has formed the bedrock of our nation and made equality possible. Yet today we are told that “moral valuesâ€Â—code for a government shaped by religious concerns—must be the keystone of our social compact.A rich and compelling chronicle of an essential idea; Liberty of Conscience tells the story of America's great tradition of religious freedom. Philosopher Martha Nussbaum's ambitious book is both a work of history and a pointed rejoinder to conservative efforts to break down barriers between church and state.
#1354798 in Books 2013-09-03 2013-09-03Original language:SpanishPDF # 1 9.17 x .78 x 6.12l; .0 #File Name: 045123815X304 pages
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Great BookBy Reuben E. Marks Jr.gI'm Hispanic and this book really helped to inform me of the Latino experience of the Mexican; Puertorrican; and Domincan experience in different eras and regions of the United States. I would recommend this book to anyone hispanic and non hispanic alike who are interested in the history of Latino people in the USA. I read the book in Spanish; but this book is also available in English for those who do not understand Spanish. Reading this book one comes to understand that like Black History; Latino History is not just the story of Latinos in the United States; it is an integral part of American History in all its complexity.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great take on US history; a perspective not covered in schoolsBy Molly RoloffI had to get this book for a college course; and wouldn't normally have bought it; but it was very very good. Written in a very engaging style and walked through the history of latin americans in what is today the United States; from Spanish conquest of south/central america; to colonization of the north; to migrant workers rights movement of the 60s/70s; to modern immigration issues. Like a history of the US but from a hispanic/latin american perspective instead of a British/European perspective. Very interesting. Explains big over-arching historical trends while also zooming in on specific people and conflicts that make the history come alive.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Bought it for my College CourseBy KaSua VIt came in perfect; pristine condition. Everything is written in Spanish; black and white photos are in the text; some photos have English text. Starts with colonial days and the spread of the Spanish empire across the Americas. Written in a narrative format more than the boring historical textbook. As a Spanish Language Learner; it's challenging to read; but if I really try and read it a few times; I understand it.
