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Title: On Compromise
Contents: Introductory -- Of the possible utility of error -- Intellectual responsibility and the political spirit -- Religious conformity -- The realisation of opinion.
Credits: Produced by Garrett Alley and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "On Compromise" by John Morley is an essay written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the complexities and limits of compromise in ethical, political, and social discourse, exploring how the pursuit of truth can be often overshadowed by convenience and conformity. Through the lens of contemporary societal dynamics, Morley reflects on the challenges to genuine conviction and the consequences of compromising ideals in favor of maintaining social harmony. The opening of the essay sets forth Morley’s intent to navigate the delicate balance between the principles of truth and the pragmatic necessity of compromise. He poses critical questions about the rights and responsibilities of individuals in expressing dissent against prevailing opinions while acknowledging the constraints imposed by societal norms. The narrative introduces the historical context of English society and its relationship with ideas of authority and general principles, suggesting a trend towards valuing immediate expediency over deeper ethical convictions. Through observation and philosophical inquiry, Morley illustrates how this tendency can lead to intellectual stagnation, urging a reconsideration of what it means to uphold truth in the face of societal pressures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 49.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Author: Morley, John, 1838-1923
EBook No.: 11557
Published: Mar 1, 2004
Downloads: 289
Language: English
Subject: Compromise (Ethics)
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: On Compromise
Contents: Introductory -- Of the possible utility of error -- Intellectual responsibility and the political spirit -- Religious conformity -- The realisation of opinion.
Credits: Produced by Garrett Alley and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "On Compromise" by John Morley is an essay written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the complexities and limits of compromise in ethical, political, and social discourse, exploring how the pursuit of truth can be often overshadowed by convenience and conformity. Through the lens of contemporary societal dynamics, Morley reflects on the challenges to genuine conviction and the consequences of compromising ideals in favor of maintaining social harmony. The opening of the essay sets forth Morley’s intent to navigate the delicate balance between the principles of truth and the pragmatic necessity of compromise. He poses critical questions about the rights and responsibilities of individuals in expressing dissent against prevailing opinions while acknowledging the constraints imposed by societal norms. The narrative introduces the historical context of English society and its relationship with ideas of authority and general principles, suggesting a trend towards valuing immediate expediency over deeper ethical convictions. Through observation and philosophical inquiry, Morley illustrates how this tendency can lead to intellectual stagnation, urging a reconsideration of what it means to uphold truth in the face of societal pressures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 49.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Author: Morley, John, 1838-1923
EBook No.: 11557
Published: Mar 1, 2004
Downloads: 289
Language: English
Subject: Compromise (Ethics)
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.