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Title: Lectures on Modern history

Note: Reading ease score: 58.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: E-text prepared by Geoffrey Cowling

Summary: "Lectures on Modern History" by Lord Acton is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work comprises a series of lectures that delve into the aspects of modern history and the progression of human understanding influenced by significant historical events and ideas. The opening lecture sets the stage for a deep exploration of the relationships between politics, history, and the evolving landscape of thought in the modern era. At the start of the inaugural lecture, Lord Acton reflects on his personal journey to Cambridge and emphasizes the notion of the Unity of Modern History. He argues that modern history is a continuous narrative without a clear beginning or end, shaped by the interconnectedness of events and ideas spanning four centuries. Acton stresses that the study of history is essential to understanding not only the past but also its relevance to contemporary political issues. He outlines the importance of detaching oneself from the tumult of current politics to grasp the abiding principles that have emerged through the shared experiences of humanity, ultimately underlining the transformative power of historical knowledge as a means of guiding future generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Acton, John Emerich Edward Dalberg Acton, Baron, 1834-1902

EBook No.: 18685

Published: Jun 26, 2006

Downloads: 96

Language: English

Subject: History, Modern

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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2024-11-09T23:57:04Z Lectures on Modern history

This edition has images.

Title: Lectures on Modern history

Note: Reading ease score: 58.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: E-text prepared by Geoffrey Cowling

Summary: "Lectures on Modern History" by Lord Acton is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work comprises a series of lectures that delve into the aspects of modern history and the progression of human understanding influenced by significant historical events and ideas. The opening lecture sets the stage for a deep exploration of the relationships between politics, history, and the evolving landscape of thought in the modern era. At the start of the inaugural lecture, Lord Acton reflects on his personal journey to Cambridge and emphasizes the notion of the Unity of Modern History. He argues that modern history is a continuous narrative without a clear beginning or end, shaped by the interconnectedness of events and ideas spanning four centuries. Acton stresses that the study of history is essential to understanding not only the past but also its relevance to contemporary political issues. He outlines the importance of detaching oneself from the tumult of current politics to grasp the abiding principles that have emerged through the shared experiences of humanity, ultimately underlining the transformative power of historical knowledge as a means of guiding future generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Acton, John Emerich Edward Dalberg Acton, Baron, 1834-1902

EBook No.: 18685

Published: Jun 26, 2006

Downloads: 96

Language: English

Subject: History, Modern

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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