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Portrait of George Jacob Holyoake

George Jacob Holyoake

George Jacob Holyoake was an English secularist, co-operator and newspaper editor. He coined the terms secularism in 1851 and "jingoism" in 1878. He edited a secularist paper, the Reasoner, from 1846 to June 1861, and a co-operative one, The English Leader, in 1864–1867.

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Life and Character of Richard Carlile

Witness the gripping story of a man who risked everything to challenge the norms and fight for the right to speak freely during a time of oppression.

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Bygones Worth Remembering, Vol. 1 (of 2)

From birth to influential movements, a man reflects on his past to illuminate the importance of remembering history's lessons for a better future.

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A Logic of Facts; Or, Every-day Reasoning

In a world dominated by complex theories, discover a revolutionary approach to thinking that champions common sense and empowers individuals to reason effectively using real-world observations.

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The Principles of Secularism

Discover a revolutionary guide to morality and societal improvement, free from religious constraints, and built on reason, ethics, and verifiable actions.

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English Secularism: A Confession of Belief

In a world entangled with religious dogmas, one man dares to propose that morality can be found through reason, sparking a movement to separate church and state.

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The Limits of Atheism; Or, Why Should Sceptics Be Outlaws?

Challenging perceptions, this book defends the rights of atheists, asserting their value in society and promoting thoughtful skepticism as a means of understanding the world.

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Bygones Worth Remembering, Vol. 2 (of 2)

Witness history unfold through personal stories and insightful reflections on the powerful figures who shaped an era.

By George Jacob Holyoake

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Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of George Jacob Holyoake

Discover a compilation of writings from the 1800s, where one man defends the importance of reason and challenges the norms of society.

By George Jacob Holyoake

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The History of the Last Trial by Jury for Atheism in England A Fragment of Autobiography Submitted for the Perusal of Her Majesty's Attorney-General and the British Clergy

A man recounts his groundbreaking trial for atheism as he fights for the right to think freely in a world ruled by religious belief.

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