James Burnham Books

Exploring the pivotal role of Congress in American political tradition, this classic work examines its decline in power and prestige throughout the 20th century. The author argues that the cessation of Congress as an active political institution would threaten political liberty in the United States. With a focus on restoring its influence, the book presents a critical analysis of the challenges facing Congress. Burnham, renowned for "The Managerial Revolution," offers a thought-provoking perspective on the future of American democracy.

James Burnham describes in details the history of Machiavelli and the modern Machiavellians who have been using his ideas to influence modern political liberty.

The book offers a collection of classic works from the early 1900s and earlier, highlighting their scarcity and rising costs. It aims to make these timeless texts accessible by republishing them in affordable, high-quality modern editions, preserving the original text and artwork. This initiative allows readers to enjoy historical literature without the burden of high prices.

A scathing indictment of modern liberalism and its impact on Western life

Written in 1941, Burnham's claim was that capitalism was dead, but that it was being replaced not by socialism, but a new economic system he called "managerialism"; rule by managers.