Things Worth While (1908) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781120941039)

Things Worth While is a collection of essays written by Thomas Wentworth Higginson in 1908. Higginson was an American author, minister, and abolitionist who played a prominent role in the women's suffrage movement. The essays in this book cover a wide range of topics, including literature, politics, religion, and social issues. Higginson writes about his experiences as a soldier in the Civil War, his admiration for the works of Shakespeare and Emerson, and his thoughts on the importance of education and the pursuit of knowledge. He also discusses the need for social reform, particularly in regards to the treatment of women and minorities. Throughout the book, Higginson's writing is characterized by his wit, wisdom, and passion for justice. Things Worth While is a timeless collection of essays that offers insight into the mind of one of America's most influential thinkers.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: Thomas Wentworth Higginson
ISBN-10: 1120941032
ISBN-13: 9781120941039
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/29/2010
Pages: 76
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.25lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.16d