The Forgotten Man, and Other Essays

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William Graham Sumner's The Forgotten Man, and Other Essays is a profound collection of social philosophy that remains relevant in today's polarized climate. The title essay explores the individual's moral obligation to the community, arguing that true freedom is not the absence of restraint but the conscious choice of self-restraint for the common good. Sumner's writing is both intellectually rigorous and deeply humanistic, challenging readers to consider what it means to be a citizen in a democratic society.\nThe collection also includes several shorter essays that expand on his philosophy of social order and individual liberty. Each piece is a masterful defense of liberal individualism tempered by a sense of civic responsibility. This edition is a must-read for anyone interested in political philosophy, social ethics, and the enduring tension between individual rights and collective needs.

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