Publisher's Synopsis
Cuckoo Cloudland: A Study on Utopians is a book written by Thomas Stanley Rogers and originally published in 1885. The book is a detailed exploration of the concept of utopia and the various attempts throughout history to create a perfect society. Rogers examines the works of famous utopian writers such as Plato, Sir Thomas More, and Francis Bacon, as well as the real-life experiments of communities such as the Shakers and the Oneida Community. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of utopian thought and practice. Rogers discusses the role of religion in utopian communities, the importance of communal living and shared property, and the challenges of maintaining a utopian society over time. He also examines the ways in which utopian ideas have influenced political and social movements throughout history, from the French Revolution to the rise of socialism.Overall, Cuckoo Cloudland is a comprehensive study of utopian thought and practice, offering insights into the motivations and challenges of those who have sought to create a better world. While the book was written over a century ago, its exploration of utopian ideals and the complexities of putting them into practice remains relevant today.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.
