| Dubious author |
Barrow, Thomas |
| Title |
Remarks on the Importance of the Study of Political Pamphlets, Weekly Papers, Periodical Papers, Daily Papers, Political Music, &c.
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: W. Nicoll,1765.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 21.6 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
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| Note |
Sometimes attributed to Thomas Barrow.
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| Credits |
Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Remarks on the Importance of the Study of Political Pamphlets, Weekly Papers, Periodical Papers, Daily Papers, Political Music, &C." is a political treatise written by an anonymous author in the mid-18th century. This work embodies the author's insights into the significant role that political pamphlets and publications play in shaping public discourse and opinion. The book highlights the necessity of engaging with such literature in a society characterized by widespread engagement in political matters, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of media and public engagement during the Enlightenment period. The book explores the various dimensions of political writing, arguing that regardless of the quality of the content, any pamphlet holds the potential to inform or influence the reader. The author emphasizes a transition in society where political awareness and discourse have become paramount, superseding other forms of knowledge. Through a comparative lens, the text examines historical political writing, contrasting the contemporary approaches with ancient practices. It underscores the idea that while present-day writings may lack the sophistication of earlier forms, they play an essential role in awakening political consciousness among the populace. Additionally, the author critiques the limitations inherent in relying solely on traditional scholarly works and advocates for embracing the vibrant and often chaotic nature of political literature as a critical means of understanding and participating in governance. (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 |
Great Britain -- Politics and government -- 1760-1820 -- Early works to 1800
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
67836 |
| Release Date |
Apr 15, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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