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Muller, Herbert J., - Freedom in the Western World: from the Dark Ages to the rise of democracy.

NY, Harper & Row, (1963). 1st ed. VG in Fair DJ. Synthesis of the various major developments that have affected Western civilization from the dark ages to the rise of democracy. Creativity in art, gradual evolovement of ideas that promoted belief in man's dignity and fitness for freedom. It is now commonly taken for granted that man has a natural passion for freedom. This is belied by most of his history from the Magna Carta and the American Constitution, now revered as great popular documents, were drawn up by conservatives indifferent or hostile to the common man. Yet unlike Islam and the older Oriental civilizations, the Western world did develop a passion for freedom. Owner inscription, DJ edges worn.
USD 18.00 [Appr.: EURO 16 | £UK 13.75 | JP¥ 2609] Book number BOOKS054309I

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