Quote by: Alexis de Tocqueville

The genius of democracies is seen not only in the great number of new words introduced but even more in the new ideas they express.


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Author Bio


  • NameAlexis de Tocqueville
  • DescriptionFrench political thinker and historian
  • AliasesAlexis-Charles-Henri Clérel de Tocqueville
  • BornJuly 29, 1805
  • DiedApril 16, 1859
  • CountryFrance
  • ProfessionPhilosopher; Politician; Historian; Author
  • WorksDemocracy In America
  • AwardsKnight Of The Legion Of Honour