“There is no slight danger from general ignorance; and the only choice which Providence has graciously left to a vicious government is either to fall by the people, if they are suffered to become enlightened, or with them, if they are kept enslaved and ignorant.”
Quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
Work
The Friend: a series of essays ... First American, from the second London edition
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into a range of topics, offering insights and reflections on life, society, and human experience. The American edition is a revised version of the original London publication, tailored for a U.S. readership. more
Author
Samuel Taylor Coleridge
Samuel Taylor Coleridge was an English poet, critic, and philosopher, renowned for his works such as 'The Rime of the Ancient Mariner' and 'Kubla Khan'. A leading figure in the Romantic movement, his work has had a significant impact on English literature. more
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