John Morley

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Beschreibung

"Critical Miscellanies" by John Morley is a collection of insightful essays reflecting the writer's vital views on literature, politics, and society. Published inside the overdue nineteenth century, Morley's essays display his eager mind and extensive-ranging pursuits, offering readers a diverse and thought-frightening exploration of cutting-edge problems. Spanning subjects from literature and philosophy to political theory, Morley's essays have interaction with the intellectual currents of his time. His opinions delve into the works of extremely good figures together with Voltaire, Rousseau, and Byron, presenting readers with nuanced analyses that replicate Morley's personal liberal and rationalist viewpoints. The collection additionally features Morley's reflections on social and political issues, inclusive of discussions on democracy, schooling, and the function of the kingdom. His essays are characterized by means of a dedication to reason, development, and the betterment of society thru intellectual inquiry. John Morley, an outstanding Victorian statesman and guy of letters, employs eloquent prose and an intensity of ancient knowledge to present a compelling case for liberal thought and enlightenment ideals. "Critical Miscellanies" stands as a testament to Morley's contributions to the highbrow discourse of his generation, supplying readers a rich tapestry of vital insights into the cultural and political landscape of the past due nineteenth century.

Autor

JOHN MORLEY Born on December 24, 1838, John Morley was the 1st Viscount Morley of Blackburn, OM, PC, FRS, FBA. He died on September 23, 1923, and was a British Liberal politician, author, and newspaper editor. He started out as a reporter in the North of England and then became editor of the newly liberal Pall Mall Gazette from 1880 to 1883. In 1883, he was chosen as a Liberal Party Member of Parliament (MP). In 1886, 1892, and 1895, he was Chief Secretary for Ireland. From 1905 to 1910 and again in 1911, he was Secretary of State for India. From 1910 to 1914, he was Lord President of the Council. Morley was a well-known political analyst and wrote a biography of William Gladstone, who was his hero. His works and "reputation as the last of the great nineteenth-century Liberals" made Morley famous. He was against the Second Boer War and empire. He believed that Ireland should have Home Rule. He quit the government in August 1914 because he didn't want Britain to join the First World War as a Russian friend.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 52
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Januar 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 80g
• ISBN-13: 9789360463854
• ISBN-10: 936046385X
• Artikelnr.: 69881636