Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Life of Algernon Sidney"" written by George Van Santvoord is a biographical account of the life of Algernon Sidney, a prominent figure in English politics and philosophy during the 17th century. The book provides a detailed description of Sidney's life, including his early years, education, and political career. The author also includes sketches of some of Sidney's contemporaries, providing a broader context for his life and work.In addition to the biographical content, the book also includes extracts from Sidney's correspondence and political writings. These writings provide insight into Sidney's political beliefs and philosophy, as well as his views on the major events and issues of his time.Overall, ""Life of Algernon Sidney"" is a comprehensive and informative account of the life and work of one of the most important figures in English history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of politics and philosophy in the 17th century, as well as those interested in the life and work of Algernon Sidney specifically.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.
