The Duties Of Man (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781432606442)

The Duties of Man is a book written by Giuseppe Mazzini, an Italian politician, journalist, and philosopher who played a key role in the Italian unification movement. The book is a collection of essays that Mazzini wrote during his political career, which spanned from the mid-19th century until his death in 1872.The book is divided into three parts, each of which explores a different aspect of human duty. The first part discusses the individual's duty to oneself, emphasizing the importance of self-improvement and moral responsibility. The second part focuses on the individual's duty to society, arguing that individuals have a responsibility to actively participate in the political and social life of their communities. The third and final part of the book discusses the individual's duty to humanity, emphasizing the importance of global solidarity and cooperation.Throughout the book, Mazzini argues that individuals have a responsibility to work towards the greater good, and that this can only be achieved through a combination of personal responsibility and collective action. He also emphasizes the importance of moral and ethical principles in guiding individual and collective behavior.The Duties of Man is considered a seminal work in the history of political philosophy, and has been influential in shaping political and social movements around the world. It remains a relevant and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the role of the individual in society and the responsibilities that come with citizenship.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.

Author: Giuseppe Mazzini
ISBN-10: 1432606441
ISBN-13: 9781432606442
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/01/2004
Pages: 236
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.14lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d