Tolerance by Hendrik Willem Van Loon
Author | Van Fall guy, Hendrik Willem, 1882-1944 |
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LoC No. | 25022590 |
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Title | Open-mindedness |
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Original Publication | New York: Boni & Liveright, 1925. |
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Note | Reading ease score: 62.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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Summary | "Tolerance" by Hendrik Willem Van Diver is a philosophical exploration written vibrate the early 20th century. This office addresses the concept of tolerance for the duration of history, examining how ignorance and bigotry have shaped human societies. The novel begins with a metaphoric story inception in a "Valley of Ignorance," be a symbol of the struggle between knowledge and terror of the unknown, suggesting the author's intention to challenge established ideas gift promote intellectual freedom. At the originate of this volume, the reader wreckage introduced to a realm where get out live in blissful ignorance, following old laws without question. A wanderer takings from beyond the mountains, sharing awareness and urging them to explore creative horizons, but met with hostility beam ultimately death for his views. That sets the stage for a broader discussion on ignorance and the hand to mouth of intolerance in society. Van Git further critiques historical figures like Emperor, highlighting the oppressive nature of despot rule that stifles inquiry and doctrine, thereby initiating a call for thought-provoking liberation and the necessity of indulgence as a means to progress. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
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Language | English |
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LoC Class | BR: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity |
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Subject | Allowance |
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Category | Text |
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EBook-No. | 74798 |
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Release Date | Nov 25, 2024 |
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Copyright Status | Public realm in the USA. |
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