The first English-language edition published in 1838 and Translated by Henry Reeve, Esq.
In 1831, Alexis de Tocqueville 1805-1859] and Gustave de Beaumont fl.1835] traveled through the United States on behalf of the French government to study American prisons, which were renowned for their progressive and humane me.
This landmark work initiated a dialogue about the nature of Democracy and the United States and its people that continues to this day.
Spencer. With Preface and Notes by John C.
The first English-language edition published in 1838 and Translated by Henry Reeve, Esq