Robert Tracy McKenzie is a historian and academic whose work delves into American history and the intersection of faith and learning. He approaches complex social and cultural issues through meticulous historical inquiry. McKenzie's writing is characterized by its ability to connect the past with the present, offering readers a deeper understanding of historical events and their enduring significance.
The success and survival of American democracy have never been guaranteed. Arguing that we must take an unflinching look at the nature of democracy-and therefore, ourselves-historian Robert Tracy McKenzie explores the ideas of human nature in the history of American democratic thought, from the nation's Founders through the Jacksonian Era and Alexis de Tocqueville.
Veteran historian Robert Tracy McKenzie offers a concise, clear, and beautifully written introduction to the study of history. Laying out necessary skills, methods, and attitudes for historians in training, this resource is loaded with concrete examples and insightful principles that show how the study of history—when faithfully pursued—can shape your heart as well as your mind.