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The Progress of the Century - Exploring the Century's Transformative Vision - cover

The Progress of the Century - Exploring the Century's Transformative Vision

Andrew Lang, Alfred Russel Wallace, Goldwin Smith, A. T. Mahan, Edward Caird, James Gibbons, W. M. Flinders Petrie, William Ramsay, Thomas Curtis Clarke, William Osler, Charles Wentworth Dilke, Norman Lockyer, Thomas C. Mendenhall, Alexander V. G. Allen, Richard J. H. Gottheil, William W. Keen, Elihu Thomson

Publisher: Good Press

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The anthology, *The Progress of the Century*, offers a sweeping exploration of intellectual and cultural advancement at the dawn of the 20th century. It compiles works that reflect the period's burgeoning curiosity and innovation across scientific, philosophical, and historical domains. Readers will encounter an impressive range of literary styles, from incisive essays and thought-provoking lectures to groundbreaking scientific treatises. The collection'Äôs diversity of topics highlights humanity'Äôs insatiable quest for understanding and betterment, and its most notable pieces range from contemplations on the evolution of scientific thought to reflections on the socio-political implications of industrial progress. The contributors to this anthology are luminaries of their time, including notable figures such as William Osler and Andrew Lang, who have made significant strides in their respective fields. These authors collectively engage with major intellectual movements of their era, such as Darwinism, Enlightenment thought, and the beginnings of modern social theory. Through their varied perspectives, the anthology not only charts the trajectory of human thought but also illumines the complex interplay between cultural forces and individual brilliance during a period of significant transformation. *The Progress of the Century* presents a rare opportunity to immerse oneself in the disparate yet interconnected views of a pivotal era. Readers are invited to explore the anthology'Äôs rich tapestry of ideas, which provides both an education in history's most transformative period and an intellectual dialogue that transcends its time. This collection, replete with insights from eminent figures, serves not only as a compendium of progress but as a catalyst for reflection and understanding of our shared past and its impact on the present.
Available since: 10/25/2023.
Print length: 449 pages.

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