Publisher's Synopsis
Essays On Freethinking And Plainspeaking is a collection of essays by Leslie Stephen, a prominent English writer, philosopher, and literary critic of the 19th century. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part consisting of essays that discuss various topics related to freethinking and rationalism. In these essays, Stephen advocates for the importance of individual freedom of thought and expression, and criticizes the dogmatic and authoritarian tendencies of organized religion and traditional social norms.The second part of the book includes essays that focus on the art of plainspeaking, or clear and direct communication. Stephen argues that effective communication is essential for intellectual and social progress, and provides examples of both good and bad communication in various contexts, from politics to literature.The book also includes introductory essays on Leslie Stephen and his works, providing readers with a broader understanding of the author's intellectual and literary background. Overall, Essays On Freethinking And Plainspeaking is a thought-provoking and insightful collection of essays that explores important themes related to individual freedom, rationalism, and effective communication.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.
