Scholar And The State

Scholar And The State

Henry Codman Potter

15,79 €
IVA incluido
Disponible
Editorial:
Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
Materia
Política y gobierno
ISBN:
9781286700433
15,79 €
IVA incluido
Disponible

Selecciona una librería:

  • Librería Samer Atenea
  • Librería Aciertas (Toledo)
  • Kálamo Books
  • Librería Perelló (Valencia)
  • Librería Elías (Asturias)
  • Donde los libros
  • Librería Kolima (Madrid)
  • Librería Proteo (Málaga)

'Scholar And The State' examines the role of intellectuals and education in shaping civic life and governance in the United States. Henry Codman Potter, reflecting on the responsibilities of educated citizens, delves into the intersections of scholarship, public service, and ethical leadership. This work explores how intellectual rigor and moral character can contribute to a more informed and just society. Potter’s analysis remains relevant for understanding the ongoing dialogue between academic thought and practical governance, offering insights into the enduring challenges of balancing expertise with democratic values. This book invites readers to consider how education and informed citizenry can foster a more responsible and effective state.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Artículos relacionados

  • How Great a Crime - to tell the truth
    Neil Kay / Steven Kay
    Joseph Gales was one of the all-time great Sheffielders – forget Joe Cocker, Jessica Ennis-Hill, Sean Bean or Michael Palin. These are all minnows compared to Joseph Gales – and their stories are boring besides that of the Galeses. The Galeses story has been forgotten and has not been brought together in one place before – it is not just something dredged up from history – an i...
    Disponible

    10,33 €

  • Fearful Majesty
    Benson Bobrick
    Ivan the Terrible - the name evokes the legend of a cruel and dangerously insane tyrant. Fearful Majesty explores that legend and exposes the man, his nature, and his time.This acclaimed biography of one of Russia’s most important and tyrannical rulers is not only a rich, readable biography, it is also surprisingly timely, revealing how many of the issues Russia faces today hav...
    Disponible

    19,27 €

  • Economic Optimization of Innovation & Risk
    Robert Shuler
    A Theory of Crash Rate for Private & Public Projects with Critical or non-Critical systems.Analyzing & managing risk has been a quest for 5000 years, and is essential to everything from water supplies, finance, and agriculture to computers and space travel. At last there is a quantitative theory and a simple equation that allows you to: - choose your failure rate - get there...
    Disponible

    13,02 €

  • The System
    Lincoln Steffens
    The 'muckraker' Lincoln Steffens dug deep into business criminality and political corruption in a powerful series of articles written for McClure's magazine. Establishment newspapers and 'System' politicians dismissed his work as just another example of the decrepit modern journalism that could never pass for genuine writing. But Steffens' dogged quest for truth and justice set...
    Disponible

    23,66 €

  • Digital Activism in Asia Reader
    The digital turn might as well be marked as an Asian turn. From flash-mobs in Taiwan to feminist mobilisations in India, from hybrid media strategies of Syrian activists to cultural protests in Thailand, we see the emergence of political acts that transform the citizen from being a beneficiary of change to becoming an agent of change. In co-shaping these changes, what the digit...
    Disponible

    22,19 €

  • The New Freedom
    Woodrow Wilson
    In 1912, Woodrow Wilson was the Democratic nominee for President of the United States. He campaigned against the Republican incumbent, William Howard Taft, and Taft’s predecessor, Theodore Roosevelt, who had split off from the Republican Party to form his own Progressive, or Bull Moose, Party. Much of the campaign focused on the US economy, particularly the candidates’ views of...
    Disponible

    8,67 €

Otros libros del autor

  • A Sermon, Memorial Of The Reverend Charles Woodruff Shields, Preached In Trinity Church, Princeton, N.j., Dec. 9, 1904
    Henry Codman Potter
    This memorial sermon by Henry Codman Potter commemorates the life and work of Reverend Charles Woodruff Shields. Delivered at Trinity Church in Princeton, New Jersey, on December 9, 1904, the sermon offers a detailed remembrance of Shields’ contributions to the Presbyterian Church and his impact on the Princeton community. Potter’s eulogy provides insights into Shields’ charact...
    Disponible

    15,72 €

  • The Relations Of Science To Modern Life
    Henry Codman Potter
    'The Relations Of Science To Modern Life' presents a compelling snapshot of late 19th-century perspectives on the burgeoning impact of science and technology on society. Delivered as a lecture to the New York Academy of Sciences in 1880 by Henry Codman Potter, this discourse explores the transformative power of scientific advancements and their implications for modern living. P...
    Disponible

    15,85 €

  • God And The City
    Henry Codman Potter
    In 'God And The City', Henry Codman Potter addresses the moral and social challenges facing urban communities at the turn of the century. With a keen eye toward the intersection of faith and civic responsibility, Potter’s work examines the role of Christianity in fostering social reform and ethical conduct within the bustling metropolis. This enduring book offers a compelling v...
    Disponible

    17,41 €

  • Sermons And Addresses
    Henry Codman Potter
    Sermons and Addresses by Henry Codman Potter offers a compelling collection of religious orations and speeches. Potter, a prominent figure in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, delivers insightful and thought-provoking messages on a range of topics relevant to Christian faith and practice during his time. This volume preserves Potter’s eloquent rhetoric and provides a wind...
    Disponible

    26,03 €

  • A Sermon, Memorial Of Charles Woodruff Shields (1905)
    Henry Codman Potter
    A Sermon, Memorial Of Charles Woodruff Shields is a book written by Henry Codman Potter in 1905. The book is a tribute to Charles Woodruff Shields, who was a renowned theologian and professor at Princeton University. The author delivers a sermon in honor of Shields, reflecting on his life, his work, and his contributions to the field of theology. Potter also shares personal ane...
    Disponible

    23,63 €

  • The Drink Problem In Modern Life (1905)
    Henry Codman Potter
    The Drink Problem In Modern Life is a book written by Henry Codman Potter and published in 1905. The book discusses the issue of alcoholism and its impact on modern society. Potter argues that alcoholism is a serious problem that affects not only the individual but also their families and communities. He explores the causes of alcoholism, including social and economic factors, ...
    Disponible

    30,06 €