Forty Years of It by Brand Whitlock
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Author | Whitlock, Brand, 1869-1934 |
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Author of introduction, etc. | Nock, Albert Jay, 1870-1945 |
LoC No. | 14004523 |
Title | Forty Years of It |
Alternate Title | 40 Years of It |
Original Publication | United States: D. Appleton and Company,1913,copyright 1914. |
Note | "The history of democracy's progress in a mid-western city."--Introduction. |
Note | Reading ease score: 53.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
Credits | D A Alexander, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
Summary | "Forty Years of It" by Brand Whitlock is a memoir written in the early 20th century. This reflective work delves into the author's personal history and the history of democracy in a Midwestern city, exploring his family legacy and key societal themes, particularly the evolution of political thought and civic responsibility. The narrative intertwines historical events with personal anecdotes, highlighting the author's relationships with influential figures and his own journey through the socio-political landscape. At the start of the book, the author recounts a formative afternoon from his childhood when he accompanies his grandfather, a notable local politician, around their town. This exploration sets the stage for the themes of memory, heritage, and the author's contemplation of democracy's impact on individual lives. The heat of the day serves as a backdrop for various observations, including the treatment of a prisoner in the town square and a discussion about political authority with his grandfather. Through these reflections, Whitlock introduces readers to characters and moments that shaped not only his understanding but also the fabric of democratic society in his era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | HN: Social sciences: Social history and conditions, Social problems |
Subject | United States -- Social conditions -- 1865-1918 |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 67648 |
Release Date | Mar 18, 2022 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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