 | Against Self-Reliance: The Arts of Dependence in the Early United States Subjects: American literature -- 1783-1850 -- History and criticism; United States -- Civilization -- 1783-1865; National characteristics American -- History -- 18th century; National characteristics American -- History -- 19th century; Women -- Education -- Unit; Tracing continuities between literature, material culture, and pedagogical theory, William Huntting Howell uncovers an America that celebrated the virtues of humility, contingency, and connection to a complex whole over ambition, individuality, and distinction. William Huntting Howell teaches English at Boston University. |
