Audiobooks by Alexis de Tocqueville

The Complete Ancient Strategy, Statecraft and Empire Collection: The Art of War, Arthashastra, The Prince, The Commentaries of Julius Caesar, History of the Peloponnesian War, and More in One Ancient Strategy and Leadership Collection

"What if the most useful lessons in power came from commanders, statesmen, and philosophers who had already seen empires rise and fail? The Complete Ancient Strategy, Statecraft and Empire Collection collects the great works of command and statecraft: battlefield judgment, political realism, self-command, persuasion, law, discipline, ambition, and the hard choices that shape victory or collapse. The arrangement is built for readers who want depth, continuity, and momentum rather than a disconnected anthology. What You'll Discover in This Modern Collection: – Strategy and War – principles of timing, deception, terrain, morale, and decisive action. – Statecraft and Power – political counsel on authority, loyalty, public order, and the management of conflict. – Discipline and Self-Command – the inner habits required before anyone can command others well. – Historical Lessons – campaigns, failures, victories, and the pressure of real decisions under danger. Whether you're studying leadership, military history, negotiation, power, discipline, or the classics of strategic thought, this edition gives you a direct way to experience the collection as a coherent journey. Begin reading today and discover how these works illuminate one another when they are heard in the right order."

Alexander Hamilton, Alexis de Tocqueville, James Madison, John Jay, Julius Caesar, Kautilya, Niccolo Machiavelli, Plutarch, Sun Tzu, Thomas Hobbes, Thucydides, Xenophon (Author), James Mitchell (Narrator)

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[French] - De la démocratie en Amérique - Tome 1

"« J’avoue que dans l’Amérique j’ai vu plus que l’Amérique ; j’y ai cherché une image de la démocratie elle-même, de ses penchants, de son caractère, de ses préjugés, de ses passions ». Tocqueville n’est pas seulement un analyste politique exceptionnel, c’est aussi un philosophe politique qui aide à comprendre les problèmes se posant dans les démocraties modernes. L’égalité des conditions, l’individualisme, le despotisme démocratique, les relations entre maîtres et serviteurs, l’esprit de liberté et l’esprit de religion, autant de notions qui dessinent aujourd’hui encore les contours d’une philosophie de la démocratie. Le premier tome, publié en 1835, est une analyse descriptive de la démocratie aux États-Unis. Il évalue l’impulsion que le mouvement démocratique donne à la forme du gouvernement, aux lois et à la vie politique – c’est-à-dire à la démocratie comme structure politique. Le second tome, publié en 1840, est une réflexion sur les formes particulières de la démocratie américaine. Cette réflexion s’élargit à des considérations générales sur la démocratie, notamment le risque de tyrannie de la majorité. L’œuvre traite de l’influence que la démocratie exerce sur la société civile, c’est-à-dire sur les mœurs, les idées et la vie intellectuelle. Rencontrant dès sa parution un vif succès en Europe et en Amérique, cette œuvre majeure de la pensée politique, philosophique, sociologique et historique continue à marquer les esprits, par son aspect visionnaire. L’écouter permet de mieux comprendre les Etats-Unis d’aujourd’hui et les problèmes que rencontrent les démocraties modernes. Avec le soutien de la SCPP"

Alexis de Tocqueville (Author), Philippe LEBEAU (Narrator)

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[French] - De la démocratie en Amérique - Tome 2

"« J’avoue que dans l'Amérique j'ai vu plus que l'Amérique ; j'y ai cherché une image de la démocratie elle-même, de ses penchants, de son caractère, de ses préjugés, de ses passions ». Tocqueville a trouvé aux États-Unis non pas un modèle, mais un principe à étudier. L’Amérique lui offre, comme société et comme culture, une démocratie pure. Et un gouvernement déduit de cette démocratie pure. Une anti-Europe dans les deux cas, sans héritage aristocratique, sans legs absolutiste, sans passion révolutionnaire. Avec, au contraire, une tradition de libertés locales collectives. Par tous ces traits, un objet de réflexion capital pour les Européens. Le premier tome, publié en 1835, était une analyse descriptive de la démocratie aux États-Unis comme structure politique. Le second tome, publié en 1840, est une réflexion sur les formes particulières de la démocratie américaine basée sur la primauté de la valeur d'égalité. Cette réflexion s'élargit à des considérations générales sur la démocratie, notamment le risque de tyrannie de la majorité. L'œuvre traite de l'influence que la démocratie exerce sur la société civile, c'est-à-dire sur les mœurs, les idées et la vie intellectuelle. Tocqueville se réjouit des perspectives offertes aux hommes par la démocratie. Mais il reste lucide sur les nouveaux dangers qui se présenteront aux sociétés égalitaires. Une réflexion sur la démocratie faite au 19ème siècle qui prend tout son sens au 21ème. Un tome 2 aussi passionnant et urgent à écouter que le tome 1. Avec le soutien de la SCPP"

Alexis de Tocqueville (Author), Philippe LEBEAU (Narrator)

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Democracy in America

"Explore the timeless insights of Alexis de Tocqueville in his masterpiece, Democracy in America. This profound work, originally published in the 19th century, remains a cornerstone of political philosophy and social science, offering a detailed examination of the American democratic system, its principles, and its implications for liberty and equality. Through keen observations and eloquent analysis, Tocqueville explores the unique strengths and challenges of democracy. He delves into topics such as the balance between individual freedom and social equality, the role of religion in public life, the impact of a free press, and the dynamics of civil society. The audiobook offers a captivating journey through the mind of one of history’s greatest political thinkers, examining the foundations of democracy and its relevance to contemporary society. With a tone that is both reflective and motivational, this audiobook will engage listeners who are curious about governance, civic engagement, and the enduring quest for a just society. Perfect for leaders, scholars, and anyone passionate about understanding the roots of modern democratic values, Democracy in America is a vital resource for navigating the complexities of politics and culture today."

Alexis de Tocqueville (Author), Andrew Jackson (Narrator)

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Democracy in America

"This audiobook is narrated by a Digital Voice. Alexis de Tocqueville (1805-59) came to America in 1831 to see what a great republic was like. What struck him most was the country’s equality of conditions, its democracy. The book he wrote on his return to France, Democracy in America, is both the best ever written on democracy and the best ever written on America. It remains the most often quoted book about the United States, not only because it has something to interest and please everyone, but also because it has something to teach everyone. When it was published in 2000, Harvey Mansfield and Delba Winthrop’s new translation of Democracy in America—only the third since the original two-volume work was published in 1835 and 1840—was lauded in all quarters as the finest and most definitive edition of Tocqueville’s classic thus far. Mansfield and Winthrop have restored the nuances of Tocqueville’s language, with the expressed goal “to convey Tocqueville’s thought as he held it rather than to restate it in comparable terms of today.” The result is a translation with minimal interpretation, but with impeccable annotations of unfamiliar references and a masterful introduction placing the work and its author in the broader contexts of political philosophy and statesmanship."

Alexis de Tocqueville, Delba Winthrop, Harvey C. Mansfield (Author), Auto-Narrated (Narrator)

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100 Quotes by Alexis de Tocqueville

"A French political philosopher and politician, Alexis de Tocqueville's works are now considered early examples of sociology and political science. They include many of his famous insights, such as 'Nothing is more wonderful than the art of being free, but nothing is harder to learn how to use than freedom.' and 'There are two things which a democratic people will always find very difficult - to begin a war and to end it.' A carefully selected collection that contains 100 of Tocqueville’s most celebrated quotes, this book will delight those interested in the musings of one of the most notable French political philosophers. - Alexis de Tocqueville, (1805 - 1859) was a French political philosopher, historian, and politician, best known for writing ‘Democracy in America’ (1835–40) and ‘The Old Regime and the Revolution’ (1856). Both works explored the effects of improving social conditions on the individual and the state in western society, and are now considered early examples of sociology and political science. Tocqueville was named Chevalier de la Légion d'honneur (Knight of the Legion of Honour) in 1837, and in 1838 was elected to the Académie des Sciences Morales et Politiques. In 1841, he was elected to the Académie Française."

Alexis de Tocqueville (Author), Brad Carty (Narrator)

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600 Quotes from Political Philosophy

"Friedrich Nietzsche, Henry David Thoreau, and Karl Marx are among the famous names whose wit and wisdom are included in this wonderful collection, '600 Quotes from Political Philosophy'. A mixture of ancient and modern philosophers from China, Rome, Germany, and France, these world-renowned giants of philosophy remain just as influential and important as ever. This carefully crafted collection is guaranteed to inspire, amuse, and entertain, and it is ideal for those needing some philosophical guidance. - From impacting world politics and intellectual thought to influencing modern philosophy, these philosophers are among the most quoted people in the world."

Alexis de Tocqueville, Cicero, Confucius, Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche, Henry David Thoreau, Karl Marx (Author), Brad Carty (Narrator)

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Democracy in America

"Sent by the French government to examine the American prison system, Alexis de Tocqueville spent nine months touring the United States between 1831 and 1832. However, fascinated by the success of America's democratic system, de Tocqueville took advantage of his stay to examine the country's foundations and glean ideas that might rescue his homeland from the manacles of social inequality. He leaves no stone unturned, exploring each branch of government, the constitution, economics, religion, race, the judiciary, laws, principles, education, culture, and views on wealth and poverty. Many of his observations have been praised for their prescience and foresight, and many are still relevant, offering fresh and piercing insights into American life today."

Alexis de Tocqueville (Author), Peter Wickham (Narrator)

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Democracy in America Vol 1

"In 1831 French aristocrat Alexis de Tocqueville came to the United States to investigate its prison system. America was then a nation of 13 million people populating 24 states, with a largely unsettled territorial claim stretching westward to the Pacific. Seriously distracted from his original mission, the 25-year-old Tocqueville ended up writing about America's people, culture, history, geography, politics, legal system, and economy in ways so insightful and prophetic that today historians, professors, and politicians still consider his work Democracy in America a classic."

Alexis de Tocqueville (Author), Aaron Atler, Delaney Carrol, Dorine Oliver, Gonzalo Burton, Jonathan Myers, Leandro Stuart, Luigi Simmons (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - 600 citas de filosofía política: Colección las mejores citas

"Familiarícese con algunos de los más importantes filósofos políticos: Cicerón, Confucio, Karl Marx, Tocqueville, Nietszche, Henry-David Thoreau. Estas figuras han dado forma al pensamiento político occidental y su comprensión le ayudará a entender la estructura de nuestros sistemas políticos[AUTHOR| ] profundice en sus trabajos y pensamientos con una selección de las citas esenciales que introducen sus principales ideas y delinean la estructura de su trabajo con claridad."

Alexis de Tocqueville, Cicéron, Confucius, Friedrich Nietszche, Henry-David Thoreau, Karl Marx (Author), Benjamin Asnar (Narrator)

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[Portuguese] - 600 citações de filosofia política: Recolha as melhores citações

"Familiarizar-se com alguns dos mais importantes filósofos políticos: Cícero, Confúcio, Karl Marx, Tocqueville, Nietszche, Henry-David Thoreau. Estas figuras moldaram o pensamento político ocidental e a sua compreensão irá ajudá-lo a compreender a estrutura dos nossos sistemas políticos; mergulhar profundamente nas suas obras e pensamentos com uma selecção das citações essenciais introduzindo as suas principais ideias e delineando a estrutura do seu trabalho com clareza."

Alexis de Tocqueville, Cicéron, Confucius, Friedrich Nietszche, Henry-David Thoreau, Karl Marx (Author), Fábio Godinho (Narrator)

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[Portuguese] - 100 citações de Alexis de Tocqueville: Recolha as 100 citações de

"Alexis de Tocqueville é um filósofo político e político francês. Nascido numa antiga e nobre família da Normandia, estudou direito e tornou-se magistrado em 1827. Em 1830, obteve uma missão do Ministério para estudar o sistema prisional americano, que era o seu passaporte para descobrir os Estados Unidos e compreender o que ele considerava ser o melhor exemplo de democracia disponível. Desta estadia de quase um ano, extraiu da Democracia na América, uma análise do sistema democrático em geral (as suas virtudes, riscos e dinâmica) e da sua ilustração americana em particular, que foi um enorme sucesso quando foi publicada em 1835 e 1840. Isto levou à sua eleição para a Academia de Ciências Morais e Políticas com apenas trinta e três anos de idade, e depois para a Academia Francesa aos trinta e seis anos de idade. Estas 100 citações visam dar acesso à sua obra monumental através de uma selecção dos seus pensamentos mais marcantes, num formato acessível a todos. Uma citação é mais do que um excerto de um discurso, pode ser um traço da mente, um resumo de um pensamento complexo, uma máxima, uma abertura para uma reflexão mais profunda."

Alexis de Tocqueville (Author), Fábio Godinho (Narrator)

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