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Henry David Thoreau's 'On the Duty of Civil Disobedience' is a seminal work of political philosophy that advocates for individual resistance to unjust governmental policies. Written in a clear and concise style, Thoreau's essay delves into the moral obligation of citizens to act according to their conscience, even if it means breaking the law. Drawing inspiration from transcendentalist beliefs, Thoreau's work is deeply rooted in the American literary tradition and has had a lasting impact on political movements worldwide. Thoreau, a passionate advocate for social justice and environmentalism, wrote 'On the Duty of Civil Disobedience' in response to his own experiences with political oppression and injustice. His time spent in jail for refusing to pay poll taxes served as a catalyst for the writing of this influential essay. Thoreau's commitment to ethical living and personal integrity shines through in every word of this thought-provoking work. I highly recommend 'On the Duty of Civil Disobedience' to readers interested in political philosophy, ethics, and social activism. Thoreau's profound insights and powerful arguments make this book a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the importance of individual conscience and standing up against injustice.
© 2022 DigiCat (Ebook): 8596547347316
Publicatiedatum
Ebook: 16 september 2022
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Henry David Thoreau's 'On the Duty of Civil Disobedience' is a seminal work of political philosophy that advocates for individual resistance to unjust governmental policies. Written in a clear and concise style, Thoreau's essay delves into the moral obligation of citizens to act according to their conscience, even if it means breaking the law. Drawing inspiration from transcendentalist beliefs, Thoreau's work is deeply rooted in the American literary tradition and has had a lasting impact on political movements worldwide. Thoreau, a passionate advocate for social justice and environmentalism, wrote 'On the Duty of Civil Disobedience' in response to his own experiences with political oppression and injustice. His time spent in jail for refusing to pay poll taxes served as a catalyst for the writing of this influential essay. Thoreau's commitment to ethical living and personal integrity shines through in every word of this thought-provoking work. I highly recommend 'On the Duty of Civil Disobedience' to readers interested in political philosophy, ethics, and social activism. Thoreau's profound insights and powerful arguments make this book a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the importance of individual conscience and standing up against injustice.
© 2022 DigiCat (Ebook): 8596547347316
Publicatiedatum
Ebook: 16 september 2022
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