Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 435 by Various
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871 |
| Editor | Chambers, William, 1800-1883 |
| Title |
Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 435 Volume 17, New Series, May 1, 1852 |
| Credits |
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Richard J. Shiffer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net. |
| Summary | "Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 435" by Various is a collective publication written in the mid-19th century that features a variety of articles on social and scientific themes relevant to that period. The opening portion delves into the concept of forced benefits in society, using specific examples like the introduction of railways and the agricultural benefits derived from managing waste products, illustrating how individuals may resist changes that ultimately improve their circumstances. The beginning of the journal presents an article titled "Forced Benefits," which argues that societal progress often requires external pressures to overcome ignorance or prejudice. The author highlights examples such as the establishment of railways and innovative agricultural practices that benefited from compulsion rather than voluntary acceptance. These scenarios illustrate the tension between individual interests and collective progress, suggesting that societal advancement sometimes necessitates a push from governing bodies or influential entities to realize the potential advantages that may initially be met with resistance. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 18775 |
| Release Date | Jul 7, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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