The Writings of James Russell Lowell in Prose and Poetry, Volume V by Lowell
"The Writings of James Russell Lowell in Prose and Poetry, Volume V" by James Russell Lowell is a collection of political essays written in the late 19th century. This volume features a series of trenchant essays that explore critical issues such as slavery, democracy, and America's political landscape during a tumultuous time. It reflects Lowell's deep concern for moral principles and social justice, asserting the need for integrity in governance. The openingof this volume begins with "The American Tract Society," where Lowell critiques the organization's moral inconsistencies, particularly in relation to slavery. He uses the analogy of a hermit who becomes the tyrant he once condemned to highlight the Society's shift away from its founding ideals due to financial and political pressures. Lowell argues that true moral duty must include addressing the injustices of slavery and challenges the Society’s reluctance to engage in discussions about its implications. He posits that avoiding such crucial matters undermines both religion and the responsibility that comes with power, setting the stage for a vigorous discourse on the ethical obligations society holds towards its most vulnerable members. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lowell, James Russell, 1819-1891 |
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| Title | The Writings of James Russell Lowell in Prose and Poetry, Volume V Political Essays |
| Note | Reading ease score: 45.5 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Thierry Alberto and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | United States -- Politics and government -- 1861-1865 |
| Subject | United States -- Politics and government -- 1865-1869 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22609 |
| Release Date | Sep 15, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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