| Author |
Bonner, Hypatia Bradlaugh, 1858-1935 |
| Author |
Robertson, J. M. (John Mackinnon), 1856-1933 |
| Title |
Charles Bradlaugh: a Record of His Life and Work, Volume 2 (of 2)
With an Account of his Parliamentary Struggle, Politics and Teachings. Seventh Edition
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Jonathan Ingram and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Charles Bradlaugh: A Record of His Life and Work, Volume 2" by Hypatia Bradlaugh Bonner is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work chronicles the life and significant contributions of Charles Bradlaugh, a notable figure in the secular and political movements of his time. The book explores themes of atheism, freethought, and personal integrity against the backdrop of Bradlaugh's challenges and triumphs, including his legal battles and political career. The opening of the volume introduces readers to Bradlaugh's return to the United States for a second series of lectures in 1874, where he faced various obstacles, including a disappointing election loss and harsh weather conditions. Despite the challenges, he was welcomed by audiences eager to hear his thoughts on secularism and societal issues. The narrative captures Bradlaugh's resilience, displaying his encounters with prominent figures such as Lucretia Mott and his connections to various communities throughout his travels. Ultimately, this portion sets the stage for a deeper examination of his ideological struggles and achievements as the book unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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| Subject |
Bradlaugh, Charles, 1833-1891
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
45131 |
| Release Date |
Mar 14, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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