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  • On Compromise

    by John Morley ...
    "On Compromise" by John Morley is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of compromise in human affairs. Morley delves into the philosophical underpinnings of compromise, arguing that it is an essential aspect of social and political life. He examines how compromise can serve as a bridge between conflicting interests and ideologies, fostering dialogue and understanding. Through a series of ... Read more

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  • Diderot and the Encyclopædists (Complete)

    by John Morley ...
    There was a moment in the last century when the Gallican church hoped for a return of internal union and prosperity. This brief era of hope coincided almost exactly with the middle of the century. Voltaire was in exile at Berlin. The author of the Persian Letters and the Spirit of Laws was old and near his end. Rousseau was copying music in a garret. The Encyclopædia was looked for, but only as a ... Read more

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  • Voltaire

    by John Morley

    by John Morley ...
    Biography of Voltaire by John Morley.John Morley, 1st Viscount Morley of Blackburn, (1838 – 1923), was a British Liberal statesman, writer and newspaper editor. Morley was a Trustee of the British Museum from 1894 to 1921, Honorary Professor of Ancient Literature at the Royal Academy of Arts, and member of the Historical Manuscripts Commission. He was Chancellor of the Victoria University of ... Read more

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  • The Life of William Ewart Gladstone (Vol. 1-3) (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. Victorian Statesmanship, Liberal Reform, and Conscience in Nineteenth-Century Britain

    by John Morley, Eliza Vardenhall ...
    John Morley's The Life of William Ewart Gladstone is a monumental three-volume biography that traces the statesman's development from High Tory Anglican and parliamentary prodigy to Liberal titan, reformer, and defender of moral politics. Written with Victorian amplitude yet disciplined by documentary evidence, the work combines political narrative, character study, and intellectual history. It ... Read more

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  • On Compromise

    by John Morley ...
    John Morley, 1st Viscount Morley of Blackburn OM, PC (24 December 1838 – 23 September 1923) was a British Liberal statesman, writer and newspaper editor. Initially a journalist, he was elected a Member of Parliament in 1883. He was Chief Secretary for Ireland in 1886 and between 1892 and 1895, Secretary of State for India between 1905 and 1910 and again in 1911 and Lord President of the Council ... Read more

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  • Robespierre

    by John Morley ...
    In the old Flemish town of Arras, known in the diplomatic history of the fifteenth century by a couple of important treaties, and famous in the industrial history of the Middle Ages for its pre-eminence in the manufacture of the most splendid kind of tapestry hangings, Maximilian Robespierre was born in May 1758. He was therefore no more than five and thirty years old when he came to his ghastly ... Read more

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  • Diderot and the Encyclopaedists (Summarized Edition)

    Enriched edition. Salons, censorship, and the Encyclopédie: a critical portrait of Enlightenment materialism and modern secular culture

    by John Morley, Samuel Harris, Samuel Harris ...
    In Diderot and the Encyclopaedists (1878), John Morley offers a lucid intellectual biography of Denis Diderot and a history of the Encyclopédie, the Enlightenment's boldest machine for organizing knowledge. He reads Rameau's Nephew, Le Rêve de d'Alembert, Jacques le fataliste, the Salons, and technical entries alongside episodes of censorship and salon sociability. The style is Victorian but ... Read more

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  • Critical Miscellanies (Vol. 3 of 3), Essay 10: Auguste Comte

    by John Morley ...
    "Critical Miscellanies (Vol. 3 of 3), Essay 10: Auguste Comte" by John Morley is a profound exploration of the philosophical contributions of Auguste Comte, the founder of positivism. Morley delves into Comte's ideas on the progression of human knowledge and the importance of scientific reasoning in understanding society. He highlights Comte's vision of a new social order based on empirical ... Read more

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  • Critical Miscellanies Vol. 3 of 3, Essay 6: Harriet Martineau

    by John Morley ...
    "Critical Miscellanies Vol. 3 of 3, Essay 6: Harriet Martineau" is a profound exploration of the life and works of Harriet Martineau, a pioneering figure in sociology and literature. John Morley, the author, delves into Martineau's contributions to social thought, her advocacy for women's rights, and her role in popularizing sociology as a discipline. Morley highlights her unique perspective on ... Read more

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  • The Life of William Ewart Gladstone, Vol. 1 (of 3)

    by John Morley ...
    "The Life of William Ewart Gladstone, Vol. 1 (of 3)" by John Morley is a comprehensive biography that delves into the life and political career of one of Britain's most significant statesmen. Morley, a contemporary of Gladstone, provides an insightful exploration of his subject's early years, formative experiences, and the development of his political ideology. The narrative captures Gladstone's ... Read more

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  • Diderot and the Encyclopaedists (Vol. 1 of 2)

    by John Morley ...
    "Diderot and the Encyclopaedists" by John Morley explores the intellectual landscape of the Enlightenment, focusing on Denis Diderot and his pivotal role in the creation of the Encyclopédie. This monumental work aimed to compile and disseminate knowledge across various fields, challenging traditional authority and promoting reason and scientific inquiry. Morley delves into Diderot's philosophy, ... Read more

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  • The Lives of Political Leaders: 4 Classic Biographical Books

    William Jennings Bryan, Oration on the Life and Character of Henry Winter Davis, Critical Miscellanies: Robespierre, etc.

    by John Morley, Peter McArthur, Harvey Ellsworth Newbranch, John A. J. Creswell ...
    The Lives of Political Leaders: 4 Classic Biographical Books is a remarkable anthology that delves into the complex world of political leadership through the eyes of four esteemed biographers. The collection navigates the multifaceted themes of power, legacy, and influence, offering a panoramic view of the political sphere across different eras. Through a blend of narrative styles, from vivid ... Read more

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