The Philosopher's Martyrdom: A Satire (1908)

By Paul Carus

Book Overview

The Philosopher's Martyrdom: A Satire is a book written by Paul Carus in 1908. The book is a satirical work that tells the story of a philosopher who is put on trial and sentenced to death for his beliefs. The philosopher's ideas are seen as dangerous and heretical by the ruling powers, and he is accused of corrupting the youth and challenging the established order.In the book, Carus uses satire to criticize the religious and political institutions of his time, which he saw as oppressive and intolerant. The philosopher's martyrdom is portrayed as a symbol of the struggle for intellectual freedom and the right to dissent.The book is written in a lively and engaging style, with witty dialogue and humorous situations. It is a thought-provoking work that challenges readers to question their own beliefs and values.Overall, The Philosopher's Martyrdom: A Satire is a classic work of satire that remains relevant today, as it raises important questions about the nature of power, authority, and freedom of thought. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, politics, or social criticism.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: 1104663120
• ISBN13: 9781104663124
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"