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Holland, Frederic May
1836
1908
Holland, F. M. (Frederic May)
Liberty in the Nineteenth Century
Liberty in the 19th Century
Napoleon and his work -- Fruits of peace -- Democrats and Garrisonians -- Emancipation -- Emerson and other transcendentalists -- Platform versus pulpit -- The evolutionists -- Appendix: Sunday recreation -- List of dates.
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"Liberty in the Nineteenth Century" by Frederic May Holland is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the evolution of political and religious liberty throughout the 19th century, examining various governments and key figures that shaped freedoms in Europe and America. The author delves particularly into the consequences of revolutions and wars on liberty, discussing the philosophical underpinnings and outcomes of different regimes, such as Napoleon's rule in France and the political dynamics of American democracy. At the start of the text, the author presents his extensive study of political and religious liberty, detailing the deficiencies in various governments against the backdrop of triumphs in the struggle for freedom. He reflects on Napoleon's reign, portraying it as a complex mix of military glory and the shaping of political equality, but ultimately highlights the negative consequences of despotism on personal liberties. The narrative engages with the experiences of France and other nations during and after Napoleon's time, indicating a recurring tension between individual freedoms and centralized power while foreshadowing the broader themes of social reform and the rights of citizens that will unfold throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 54.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Social history
Liberty
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Category: History - American
Category: History - European
Category: History - Modern (1750+)
Category: History - Religious
Category: Philosophy & Ethics
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