Torchbearer of Freedom: The Influence of Richard Price on Eighteenth Century Thought is a book written by Carl B. Cone. The book explores the life and work of Richard Price, a prominent figure in the intellectual and political landscape of the eighteenth century. Price was a philosopher, theologian, and political activist who played a significant role in the American and French Revolutions. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Price's life and ideas, tracing his intellectual development from his early years as a dissenting minister to his later work as a political theorist. Cone examines Price's contributions to a wide range of fields, including theology, philosophy, economics, and politics. One of Price's most significant contributions was his defense of individual liberty and human rights, which he articulated in his influential work, A Discourse on the Love of Our Country. Cone explores how Price's ideas influenced the thinking of other prominent figures of the time, such as Thomas Paine, Thomas Jefferson, and Mary Wollstonecraft. The book also delves into Price's role in the abolitionist movement, his advocacy for religious toleration, and his support for the American and French Revolutions. Cone argues that Price's ideas were instrumental in shaping the political and intellectual landscape of the eighteenth century and had a lasting impact on the development of modern liberalism. Overall, Torchbearer of Freedom provides a fascinating insight into the life and ideas of Richard Price and their influence on the intellectual and political history of the eighteenth century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
