Frontiers Of Freedom

By Newton D. Baker

Book Overview

Frontiers of Freedom is a non-fiction book written by Newton D. Baker, an American lawyer, politician, and academic. The book explores the concept of freedom and its various forms, including political, economic, and social freedom. Baker argues that freedom is not only a fundamental human right but also a necessary condition for a prosperous and just society.The book is divided into three parts. The first part discusses the history of freedom, tracing its evolution from ancient Greece to modern times. Baker examines the contributions of key thinkers such as Plato, Aristotle, John Locke, and Thomas Jefferson in shaping our understanding of freedom.The second part of the book focuses on the challenges and threats to freedom in the modern world. Baker discusses the rise of totalitarian regimes, the erosion of civil liberties, and the dangers of economic inequality. He also explores the role of technology in shaping our understanding of freedom and the challenges it poses to privacy and individual autonomy.The final part of the book offers a vision for the future of freedom. Baker argues that we must work to expand the scope of freedom and ensure that it is accessible to all people, regardless of their race, gender, or social status. He also emphasizes the importance of civic engagement and political participation in safeguarding our freedoms.Overall, Frontiers of Freedom is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a comprehensive exploration of the concept of freedom and its significance in the modern world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 141795695X
• ISBN13: 9781417956951
• Release Date: December 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"