Publisher's Synopsis
""Seven Great Statesmen in the Warfare of Humanity with Unreason"" is a historical book written by Andrew Dickson White. The book focuses on seven influential statesmen who have played a significant role in the fight against irrationality and unreason in human history. These statesmen include Solon, Pericles, Cicero, Erasmus, Bacon, Grotius, and Montesquieu. White explores the lives and contributions of each of these seven great statesmen, highlighting their struggles against ignorance, superstition, and prejudice. He examines their political and philosophical beliefs, and how they sought to promote rationality and progress in their respective societies. The book also delves into the historical context of each statesman, providing a detailed account of the political and social conditions of their time. White analyzes the impact of these statesmen on their societies and how their ideas continue to influence modern political thought.Overall, ""Seven Great Statesmen in the Warfare of Humanity with Unreason"" is a thought-provoking and insightful book that sheds light on the importance of reason and rationality in human history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in politics, philosophy, and the history of ideas.1926. White writes: My purpose in writing these essays has been to acquaint men who are interested in the bearings of modern history on public life with sundry statesmen whose time was devoted not to seeking office or to winning a brief popular fame by chicanery or pettifoggery, but to serving the great interests of modern states and, indeed, of universal humanity. I would present these statesmen and their work as especially worthy to be studied by those who aspire to serve their country in any way. The Seven Great Statesmen profiled include: Sarpi, Grotius, Thomasius, Turgot, Stein, Cavour and Bismarck. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
