TY  - BOOK
AU  - Ingersoll,Robert Green
TI  - Individuality: From 'The Gods and Other Lectures'
AV  - BL 
PY  - 2011///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Free thought
KW  - Individuality
N1  - Release date is 2011-11-22; Produced by David Widger; Original publication data not identified
N2  - "Individuality" by Robert Green Ingersoll is a philosophical treatise that critiques the constraints of religion and societal norms on personal freedom and individuality. Written in the late 19th century, this work primarily targets the oppressive forces of religious doctrine, discussing the importance of mental freedom and the right to think independently. Ingersoll advocates for a liberating perspective on human thought, promoting the idea that true progress can only occur through the rejection of blind obedience to authority and tradition.  In the book, Ingersoll argues that conformity leads to stagnation and hinders personal and societal development. He emphasizes that throughout history, individuals who defy imposed beliefs and think for themselves have driven progress and enlightenment. Through a blend of historical references and philosophical arguments, Ingersoll challenges the reader to recognize the suffocating nature of religious zealotry and the importance of self-discovery. He contends that every person must refuse the mental slavery imposed by dogmas and assert their own beliefs, ultimately claiming that true happiness and intellectual sovereignty come from embracing one’s individuality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38098
ER  -