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The book explores the impact of influential figures on society, challenging the notion that history could have unfolded peacefully without their contributions. It examines the roles of notable individuals like Mr. Calhoun and Mr. Garrison, suggesting that their actions and ideas significantly shaped the nation's trajectory. The narrative delves into the complexities of historical causation, emphasizing that the presence or absence of key thinkers can alter the course of events, rather than a simplistic view of an idyllic, uninterrupted progression toward prosperity.
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Pages From An Old Volume Of Life, Oliver Wendell Holmes
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- Released
- 2010
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- Title
- Pages From An Old Volume Of Life
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Oliver Wendell Holmes
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Released
- 2010
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 112
- ISBN13
- 9781161447217
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The book explores the impact of influential figures on society, challenging the notion that history could have unfolded peacefully without their contributions. It examines the roles of notable individuals like Mr. Calhoun and Mr. Garrison, suggesting that their actions and ideas significantly shaped the nation's trajectory. The narrative delves into the complexities of historical causation, emphasizing that the presence or absence of key thinkers can alter the course of events, rather than a simplistic view of an idyllic, uninterrupted progression toward prosperity.