“Without knowledge there can be no sure progress. Vice and barbarism are the inseparable companions of ignorance. Nor is it too much to say that, except in rare instances, the highest virtue is attained only through intelligence.”
Quote by Charles Sumner
Work
The Law of Human Progress: An Oration Before the Phi Beta Kappa Society of Union College, Schenectady. July 25th, 1848
The Law of Human Progress is a seminal work that delves into the philosophical and societal aspects of human advancement. The oration, presented at a prestigious academic institution, reflects on the trajectory of human progress and its significance in shaping society. It is a significant piece of historical literature that offers insights into the intellectual discourse of the 19th century. more
Author
Charles Sumner
Charles Sumner, born on January 6, 1811, and died on March 11, 1874, was a prominent American politician, lawyer, and abolitionist. He served as a United States Senator and was a leading advocate for the abolition of slavery and civil rights, profoundly influencing the American Civil War and the abolition movement. more
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