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We may believe in the doctrine of Progress or we may not, but in either case it is a matter of interest to examine the origins and trace the history of what is now, even should it ultimately prove to be no more than an idolum satculi, the animating and controlling idea of western civilisation For the earthly Progress of humanity is the general test to which social aims and theories are submitted as a matter of courses The phrase civilisation and progress has become stereotyped, and illustrates how we have come to judge a civilisation good or bad according as it is or is not prcressive. The ideals of liberty and democracy, which have their own ancient and independent justifications, have sought a new strength by attaching themselves to Progress. The conjunctions of liberty and progress, democracy and progress, meet us at every turn. Socialism, at an early stage of its modem development, sought the same aid. The friends of Mars, who cannot bear the prospect of perpetual peace, maintain that war is an indispensable instrument n,g:,.
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This anthology is a thorough introduction to classic literature for those who have not yet experienced these literary masterworks. For those who have known and loved these works in the past, this is an invitation to reunite with old friends in a fresh new format. From Shakespeare’s finesse to Oscar Wilde’s wit, this unique collection brings together works as diverse and influential as The Pilgrim’s Progress and Othello. As an anthology that invites readers to immerse themselves in the masterpieces of the literary giants, it is must-have addition to any library.
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- ÉditeurDover Publications Inc.
- Date d'édition1987
- ISBN 10 0486254216
- ISBN 13 9780486254210
- ReliureBroché
- Langueanglais
- Nombre de pages357
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, Softcover/Paperback. Etat : Gut. Auflage: New. 357 Seiten Fresh and clean copy in good condition. Frisches und sauberes Exemplar in gutem Zustand. Contents: Introduction - Universal History - Principle of Utility - Cartesianism - The Ancients and Moderns - Fontenelle - Abbe de Saint-Pierre - New Conceptions of History - The Encyclopaedists and Economists - Was Civilisation a Mistake? - The Year 2440 - The French Revolution: Condorcet - Progress in England - German Speculations on Progress - Currents of Thought in France After the Revolution - The Search for a Law of Progress: Saint Simon - The Search for a Law of Progress - Comte - Progress in the French Revolutionary Movement (1830-1851) - Material Progress: The Exhibition of 1851 - Progress in the Light of Evolution - Epilogue ISBN 9780486254210 Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 407. N° de réf. du vendeur 1240539
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