Democracy - John Stuart Blackie - Bog

Democracy: A Debate Between Professor Blackie and Ernest Jones, Held at Edinburgh, January 1867 is a book that presents a debate between two prominent figures of the 19th century on the topic of democracy. The book was written by John Stuart Blackie, a Scottish scholar and educator, and published in 1885.The debate took place in 1867 in Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland. The two speakers, Blackie and Jones, presented their views on the nature and value of democracy. Blackie argued that democracy was the best form of government, as it allowed for the participation of all citizens and ensured their rights and freedoms. Jones, on the other hand, argued that democracy was not enough, and that true freedom and equality could only be achieved through socialism.The book provides a detailed account of the arguments presented by both speakers, as well as their responses to each other's points. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of political thought, as well as the development of democratic ideals in the 19th century.Overall, Democracy: A Debate Between Professor Blackie and Ernest Jones, Held at Edinburgh, January 1867 is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual debates of the Victorian era.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.