The conservative intellectual movement in America since 1945

This book, first published in 1976 and revised in later editions, explores the development of the conservative intellectual movement in America since 1945.

Nash identifies three primary strains of conservative thought: libertarianism, which resists the expansion of the state and advocates for individualism and private enterprise; traditionalism, which seeks a return to traditional religious and ethical absolutes in response to the secular and rootless mass society; and militant, evangelistic anticommunism.

The book examines how these diverse streams interact and sometimes conflict, highlighting key figures such as William F. Buckley Jr. and the influence of the magazine 'National Review'.

Nash's work is considered a foundational study in the field of American conservatism.