Howe, Julia Ward 1819-1910 creator text utu 2011 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Modern Society" by Julia Ward Howe is a philosophical work written in the late 19th century. The book explores the complexities and contradictions inherent in contemporary society, examining themes of individuality, morality, and the evolving social landscape. The author reflects on humanity's dual nature, balancing social interaction with moments of profound solitude, and discusses the interplay of various societal forces in shaping moral and ethical developments. The opening of the text introduces Howe's quest to analyze modern society while evoking a metaphorical journey through its many facets. She alludes to the pressures of philosophical inquiry as she grapples with a range of contradictions found in social structures and individual behaviors. Howe conveys her observations and personal insights, drawing on historical examples to illustrate the changes she has witnessed over her lifetime. She presents a dynamic panorama of encounters with diverse cultures and individuals, emphasizing the need for genuine engagement with both familiar and foreign societies while highlighting the challenges posed by materialism and the quest for moral integrity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2011-06-21 Produced by Sharon Joiner, paksenarrion, Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified Social history United States -- Social conditions -- 1865-1918 HN Original publication data not identified 08033085 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36489 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36489 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133831.0 36489