John Fiske
John Fiske may refer to:John Fiske (philosopher) (1842–1901), American philosopher and historian John Fiske (1939–2021), author and Professor Emeritus at the University Wisconsin-Madison John Safford Fiske (1838–1907), U.S. diplomat involved in a sex scandal
The Meaning of Infancy
Discover how the vulnerability of human babies is secretly the key to our species' intelligence, society, and ongoing progress.
By John Fiske
The Critical Period of American History
Witness the intense clash of ideologies and fragile unity that threatened to shatter the nascent United States after its hard-won independence.
By John Fiske
Tobacco and Alcohol I. It Does Pay to Smoke. II. The Coming Man Will Drink Wine.
A controversial exploration reveals potential health benefits from the moderate consumption of tobacco and alcohol, challenging the negative perceptions of the time.
By John Fiske
The Idea of God as Affected by Modern Knowledge
Explore the transformation of religious beliefs facing scientific revolution.
By John Fiske
Life Everlasting
Can the essence of who we are, our thoughts and consciousness, truly live on after our bodies cease to exist?
By John Fiske
Old Virginia and Her Neighbours, Vol. 1 (of 2)
Discover the dramatic origins of a nation as English settlers face challenges against Native Americans in colonial Virginia.
By John Fiske
The American Revolution
Witness the collision of empires and the birth of a nation as tensions rise, igniting an explosive fight for freedom.
By John Fiske
The Unseen World, and Other Essays
Journey through thought-provoking explorations of science, religion, and humanity's quest for understanding the universe's mysteries.
By John Fiske
American Political Ideas Viewed from the Standpoint of Universal History
The development of American political ideas is explored in the context of universal history, revealing the unique characteristics of the American system and its potential for shaping the future of humanity.
By John Fiske
Old Virginia and Her Neighbours, Vol. 2 (of 2)
Discover how the arrival of a specific group and Virginia's appealing resources shaped its identity during a crucial time in American history.
By John Fiske
The War of Independence
Uncover the origins of a nation as a colony's desire morphs into a battle for freedom against a powerful empire.
By John Fiske
The Destiny of Man, Viewed in the Light of His Origin
Embark on a thought-provoking journey that questions humanity's place in the universe and the possibility of life beyond our earthly existence.
By John Fiske
The Beginnings of New England Or the Puritan Theocracy in its Relations to Civil and Religious Liberty
Discover how religious settlers seeking freedom shaped early America under their strict religious rule.
By John Fiske
Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of John Fiske
Venture into a collection of historical writings that examines myths, revolutions, and the foundations of liberty through the eyes of a 19th-century thinker.
By John Fiske
Myths and Myth-Makers Old Tales and Superstitions Interpreted by Comparative Mythology
Discover the surprising shared origins of legendary tales across cultures, revealing the hidden truths about humanity woven into ancient myths and folklore.
By John Fiske
Civil Government in the United States Considered with Some Reference to Its Origins
Explore the roots of American governance, where lessons of taxation and revolution shape citizens' understanding of their rights and responsibilities.
By John Fiske
A Century of Science, and Other Essays
Travel through time and witness the transformation of scientific understanding as revolutionary discoveries reshape not only the natural world but also humanity's place within it.
By John Fiske
Through Nature to God
Discover how the presence of evil and the drive for moral understanding intertwine in nature's grand design, pointing humanity toward the divine.
By John Fiske
The Discovery of America Vol. 1 (of 2) with some account of Ancient America and the Spanish Conquest
Before the explorers arrived, ancient civilizations shaped a vast continent, cultures teemed with unique history, and questions lingered about the origins of a people whom European mariners would soon encounter.
By John Fiske