The Man from Mars: His Morals, Politics and Religion by William Simpson
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| Author | Simpson, William, 1828-1910 |
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| Title | The Man from Mars: His Morals, Politics and Religion |
| Note | Reading ease score: 47.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Man from Mars: His Morals, Politics and Religion" by William Simpson is a philosophical exploration, probably written in the late 19th century. The text delves into themes of morality, politics, and religion, aiming to challenge and critique societal norms and beliefs through the narrative of a Martian visitor. The central focus is on the implications of his perspective on Earthly societies and their systems. The opening of the book introduces the narrator as a reclusive observer residing in a serene, mountainous region where he engages in deep contemplation of celestial bodies, especially Mars. The narrator shares his observations of nature and expresses a longing for connection, eventually encountering a figure who claims to be from Mars. This figure, described as remarkably beautiful and wise, begins to explain his advanced knowledge of Mars, including its technology, societal structure, and ethical treatment of life, contrasting it sharply with Earth's practices. This initial exchange sets the stage for a deeper philosophical conversation about the progress of human civilization and the importance of empathy and knowledge in shaping ethical societies. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HX: Social sciences: Socialism, Communism, Anarchism |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Utopias |
| Subject | Social problems |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56979 |
| Release Date | Apr 14, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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