Politics
Explore a rich collection of classic political literature, offering insights into the evolution of political thought and systems. This category features works from influential thinkers and leaders, providing perspectives on governance, democracy, and power dynamics. Discover timeless writings that have shaped political ideologies and continue to influence political dialogue today. Perfect for anyone interested in understanding the foundations and complexities of political landscapes.
Mabini's Decalogue for Filipinos
Discover ten powerful rules that ignited a nation's spirit, urging its people to fight for freedom, justice, and a unified identity.
By Apolinario Mabini
The Papers and Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 4: The Lincoln-Douglas Debates
Witness a pivotal moment in American history as two political rivals battle over the nation's future, grappling with slavery and equality in a series of fiery debates.
By Abraham Lincoln
The History of the Fabian Society
** Witness the fascinating story of a group of thinkers determined to reshape a nation's political landscape through the power of social reform.
By Edward R. (Edward Reynolds) Pease
The Magna Carta
A medieval charter signed by King John of England in 1215 establishes the principle that the king is not above the law, limits his power, and protects individual rights, shaping modern notions of justice, equality, and human rights.
By Anonymous
Anti-Slavery Opinions before the Year 1800 Read before the Cincinnati Literary Club, November 16, 1872
Discover the forgotten voices that challenged the morality of slavery in America before the 19th century.
By William Frederick Poole
Socialism: A Summary and Interpretation of Socialist Principles
Explore the transformation of a misunderstood political ideology into a movement seeking societal wellbeing and justice.
By John Spargo
The Declaration of Independence of the United States of America
A group of colonies declares its independence from Great Britain, citing grievances against the king and asserting its right to self-governance, based on the principles of equality, liberty, and democracy.
By Thomas Jefferson
Debs: His Life, Writings and Speeches, with a Department of Appreciations
Witness the compelling journey of a determined labor leader as he battles for justice amidst a nation gripped by inequality and strife.
By Eugene V. (Eugene Victor) Debs
Sir George Etienne Cartier: His Work for Canada and His Services to Montreal
Discover how one man's dedication to progress shaped a nation, uniting diverse cultures and building a future for Canada.
By John Boyd
Native Life in South Africa Before and Since the European War and the Boer Rebellion
A land act meant to oppress an entire people spurs one man to document the lives of his people, forever changing a nation.
By Sol. T. (Solomon Tshekisho) Plaatje
The Independent Church of God of the Juda Tribe of Israel: The Black Jews As a fade from black to pure white
Discover a story about a group fighting for their identity, heritage, and spiritual awakening in a world that often overlooks them.
By Allan Wilson Cook
The Prose Works of Jonathan Swift, D.D. — Volume 09 Contributions to The Tatler, The Examiner, The Spectator, and The Intelligencer
Enter a world of sharp wit and social critique as a masterful writer dissects the follies of society and the intricacies of political life in 18th-century England.
By Jonathan Swift
The History of John Bull
Witness an era when a nation's identity was humorously tested through lawsuits, jealous rivals, and a gullible protagonist navigating the treacherous waters of politics.
By John Arbuthnot
The Anti-Slavery Examiner, Omnibus
In a time of injustice, voices rise to challenge the chains of oppression and call for a nation to live up to its promise of liberty.
By American Anti-Slavery Society
Memoirs of a revolutionist
Witness one man's journey from a life of privilege to becoming a champion, igniting a revolution against injustice and inequality.
By Petr Alekseevich Kropotkin
The New Society
Questioning post-war society, this study proposes a world where labor is required for income and class divisions disappear.
By Walther Rathenau
The life and times of John Kelly, tribune of the people
Witness the rise of a determined political leader who battled corruption and championed civil liberties during a turbulent era in American history.
By J. Fairfax (James Fairfax) McLaughlin
The War in South Africa, Its Cause and Conduct
In a world of empires and resistance, a clash ignites between settlers fighting for their autonomy and a powerful empire asserting its dominance, resulting in a bloody war in South Africa.
By Arthur Conan Doyle
Lectures on the Principles of Political Obligation Reprinted from Green's Philosophical Works, vol. II., with Preface by Bernard Bosanquet
Explore the complex relationship between freedom, ethics, and law, as one philosopher seeks to understand the moral foundations of political duty.
By Thomas Hill Green
The Slave Trade, Domestic and Foreign Why It Exists, and How It May Be Extinguished
Discover a mid-19th century exploration into the depths of slavery, from American plantations to foreign lands, and the fight to end its cruel chains.
By Henry Charles Carey