This volume argues that a small; loosely connected group of men constituted an informal museum movement in America from about 1740 to 1870.As they formed their pioneer museums; these men were guided not so much by European examples; but rather by the imperatives of the American democratic culture; including the Enlightenment; the simultaneous decline of the respectability and rise of the middle classes; the Age of Egalitarianism; and the advent of professionalism in the sciences. Thus the pre-1870 American museum was neither the frivolous sideshow some critics have imagined; nor the enclave for elitists that others have charged. Instead; the proprietors displayed serious motives and egalitarian aspirations.The conflicting demands for popular education on the one hand and professionalism on the other were a continuing source of tension in American museums after about 1835; but by 1870 the two claims had synthesized into a rough parity. This synthesis; the "American Compromise;" has remained the basic model of museums in America down to the present. Thus; by 1870; the form of the modern American museum as an institution which simultaneously provides popular education and promotes scholarly research was completely developed.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. InspiringBy Lori WardThis book was so informative. I was a little shocked to learn the things that Nikki Sixx went through. My heart broke for him more with each turning page. Nikki is such an incredibly talented genius. He is a true artist. Plus; he is extremely intelligent and sincere. I have so much respect for the man especially the way he looks at people as an artist. Where Nikki looks at those with birth defects or who are amputees as beautiful interesting people worth knowing. Its just amazing at how he went through all sorts of hurdles with his addictions and came out such a clean and sober artist who lets not one day go by without making the most of it. His views of the world and views of nature and people are truly inspiring. Gives me a lot of hope for MY sister who is an addict. Thank you so much Sixx for being so brutally honest. God Bless you and your family. Stay strong man0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great Read!By Eli WinterburnExcellent book. Nikki Sixx at his finest; and sometimes not at his finest which makes it a good read. He isnt afraid to talk about the good or the bad.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Unusually wicked and Unique....Just like **Sixx** =)By LindyThis is an unusual book. Having read at least five or six books by every member of Motley Crue; this book took me by surprise. It not only contained snippets and hard core entries regarding the bad boy behavior of Sixx; but it also shared his love of all things wicked; captured by photos ... all done by Nikki himself. For those who dont appreciate the wilder side of life; or oddities; this may not appeal... But for those; like myself; who enjoy original and offbeat art in all of its form; (singing; writing; photography; collectables) you may find this a treat. Keep an open mind; has a little something for every fan of Sixx....and of course; The "Crue."
