Conservatism

The book explores the political roots of alienation and the quest for community, emphasizing the importance of social groups in mediating between individuals and the state. It traces the evolution of conservatism as a response to the French Revolution, with Edmund Burke as a foundational figure. Nisbet critiques modernity's impact on traditional societies and highlights recurring conservative themes such as history, tradition, and authority. He argues that contemporary conservatism faces a crisis, largely due to its entanglement with political ideologies that undermine its core values.