Charles Bradlaugh

Broschiertes Buch

Biographies Of Ancient And Modern Celebrated Freethinkers

Reprinted From An English Work (1858)

Beschreibung

Biographies of Ancient and Modern Celebrated Freethinkers is a collection of biographical sketches of individuals who challenged conventional religious beliefs throughout history. Originally published in 1858, this work was reprinted by Charles Bradlaugh, a prominent British freethinker and political activist, in the late 19th century. The book features profiles of notable figures such as Socrates, Voltaire, and Thomas Paine, as well as lesser-known individuals who advocated for rationalism and skepticism in their respective eras. The biographies explore the lives, ideas, and contributions of these freethinkers, highlighting their impact on philosophy, science, politics, and social justice. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of skepticism and rationalism, and serves as an inspiration for those who seek to challenge dogma and promote critical thinking.Reprinted From An English Work, Entitled Half-Hours With The Freethinkers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

Charles Bradlaugh was an English political activist, renowned for his advocacy of atheism and secularism. Born on September 26, 1833, in Hoxton, London, he became a prominent figure in the movement for secularism and free thought. Bradlaugh founded the National Secular Society in 1866, aiming to promote a secular state and challenge religious influence in public life. In 1880, he was elected as the Liberal Member of Parliament for Northampton, where he continued his efforts to promote secularism and challenge the existing religious and political structures. Bradlaugh also founded The Freethought Publishing Company, which aimed to distribute literature promoting secular and atheist ideas. He was a passionate and outspoken critic of the established church and advocated for the rights of non-believers. Bradlaugh was married and had two daughters, Hypatia Bradlaugh Bonner and Alice Bradlaugh. He passed away on January 30, 1891, at the age of 57, and was buried at Brookwood Cemetery. His legacy continues to influence modern secular and free thought movements. His work and activism remain significant in the history of atheism and political reform.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 352
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. Juni 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 19mm
• Gewicht: 510g
• ISBN-13: 9781436789509
• ISBN-10: 1436789508
• Artikelnr.: 24872938