Thoughts Suggested by Mr. Froude's "Progress" by Charles Dudley Warner

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Author Warner, Charles Dudley, 1829-1900
Title Thoughts Suggested by Mr. Froude's "Progress"
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Summary "Thoughts Suggested by Mr. Froude's 'Progress'" by Charles Dudley Warner is an analytical essay written in the late 19th century, addressing themes of societal and individual progress through a critique of skepticism surrounding human advancement. Warner engages with Mr. Froude's ideas on progress, contrasting notions of decline and advancement, and ultimately posits a belief in the continued potential for improvement in society and the individual. In this work, Warner examines the prevalent skepticism towards progress that was expressed by contemporary intellectuals, such as Froude and Ruskin, who questioned the benefits of modernity and the impact of machinery on human development. He argues that while civilizations may rise and fall, progress in terms of knowledge, society's structure, and individual rights is palpable, advocating for a vision of progress that embraces both material advancement and a higher moral consciousness. Warner highlights the importance of universal suffrage and education as essential catalysts for empowerment, painting a picture of a future where humanity can achieve greater fulfillment through collective governance and shared responsibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Essays
Category Text
EBook-No. 3121
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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