Publisher's Synopsis
On Descending Into Hell is a letter written by Robert W. Buchanan, addressed to Henry Matthews, in which he expresses his concerns about the proposed suppression of literature. The book delves into the idea of censorship and its consequences on society, particularly in the realm of literature. Buchanan argues that literature is a reflection of society and that suppressing it would lead to a loss of creativity, freedom of expression, and ultimately, the suppression of individuality. The book is a powerful commentary on the importance of literature and the dangers of censorship. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of censorship and its impact on society.A Wonderful Tirade Against Censorship And The Activities Of The Vigilance Committee, Provoked By The Conviction And Imprisonment Of Henry Vizetelly For Publishing Zola's Works In English: A Landmark In The Battle For The New Realism. On Descending Into Hell Deserves To Take Its Place By Milton's Areopagitica And John Mill's Essay On Liberty As An Irrefutable Argument On The Side Of Freedom Of Thought And Expression.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.
