| Author |
Whittier, John Greenleaf, 1807-1892 |
| Title |
Historical Papers
Part 3 from Volume VI of The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 50.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Daniel O'Connell -- England under James II -- The border war of 1708 -- The great Ipswich fright -- Pope night -- The boy captives: an incident of the Indian war of 1695 -- The black men in the Revolution and war of 1812 -- The Scottish reformers -- The Pilgrims of Plymouth -- Governor Endicott -- John Winthrop.
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| Credits |
This eBook was produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Historical Papers" by John Greenleaf Whittier is a collection of historical essays written in the mid-19th century. The work explores various notable events and figures, primarily centering around themes of liberty, social justice, and the moral responsibility inherent in political actions. Among the topics covered are figures like Daniel O'Connell and significant episodes like the Border War of 1708, reflecting the struggles and triumphs in the pursuit of human rights and governance throughout history. The opening of "Historical Papers" introduces readers to the significant figure of Daniel O'Connell, an Irish patriot known for his efforts toward emancipation and social reform. Whittier provides a critical view of O'Connell's life, contrasting him with his contemporaries such as Henry Clay and criticizing the opposition faced by O'Connell from American slaveholders and British Tories. The excerpt details O'Connell’s steadfast commitment to peaceful reform over violent revolution, highlighting his role in advocating for the rights of both the Irish and enslaved individuals in America. Furthermore, the excerpt addresses historical injustices and the struggle for moral and intellectual leadership in society, setting the tone for further exploration of interconnected historical narratives in Whittier's subsequent essays. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
9593 |
| Release Date |
Dec 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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