The Idea Of Progress: History And Society
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A landmark work in the philosophy of history, The Idea of Progress: History and Society presents a rigorous and compelling examination of one of Western civilisation's most enduring intellectual concepts — the belief that humanity is advancing toward a better future. Sidney Pollard traces the origins and evolution of the idea of progress from its roots in Enlightenment thought through to the modern industrial age, arguing that this concept has profoundly shaped economic, political, and social development. Written with scholarly authority and clarity, the work situates the doctrine of progress within the broader framework of historical change, illustrating how belief in advancement has both inspired and distorted human endeavour. Part of the prestigious New Thinker's Library series edited by Raymond Williams, this volume stands as an essential contribution to intellectual history and social philosophy.
Author: Sidney Pollard
Format: Hardback
Published: 1968, C.A. Watts & Co. Ltd.
Genre: Philosophy
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, chipped. Page Condition: Yellowed. Markings: No markings visible.
A landmark work in the philosophy of history, The Idea of Progress: History and Society presents a rigorous and compelling examination of one of Western civilisation's most enduring intellectual concepts — the belief that humanity is advancing toward a better future. Sidney Pollard traces the origins and evolution of the idea of progress from its roots in Enlightenment thought through to the modern industrial age, arguing that this concept has profoundly shaped economic, political, and social development. Written with scholarly authority and clarity, the work situates the doctrine of progress within the broader framework of historical change, illustrating how belief in advancement has both inspired and distorted human endeavour. Part of the prestigious New Thinker's Library series edited by Raymond Williams, this volume stands as an essential contribution to intellectual history and social philosophy.