Arnold, Matthew 1822-1888 creator text utu 2014 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Discourses in America" by Matthew Arnold is a collection of three lectures written in the late 19th century. The work reflects upon societal and political themes within America and England, examining concepts such as patriotism, the power of the majority, and the moral responsibilities of citizens in a democracy. Through detailed analysis and commentary, Arnold discusses the influence of prominent thinkers, including Emerson, and offers insights into the evolution and direction of American society. The opening of "Discourses in America" presents a preface where Arnold expresses gratitude to his American audiences for their attention and receptiveness to his thoughts, even when they challenge prevailing notions of patriotism. He acknowledges the faults present in both English and American societies, hinting at a need for moral recognition and transformation amidst current political struggles. The first discourse addresses the concept of 'Numbers,' highlighting the majority's often unsound judgment while suggesting that a smaller, more virtuous 'remnant' can ultimately guide societal change. Through references to historical figures and philosophical insights, Arnold sets the groundwork for a deeper examination of societal progress, emphasizing the necessity of moral clarity and intellectual engagement in both countries. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Numbers; or, the majority and the remnant -- Literature and science -- Emerson. Release date is 2014-02-15 Produced by Sean (scribe_for_hire@yahoo.com), based on page images generously made available by the Internet Archive (https://archive.org/details/discoursesinamer00arnouoft). Original publication data not identified United States -- Politics and government Democracy Emerson, Ralph Waldo, 1803-1882 Literature and science PR Original publication data not identified 04020111 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44919 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44919 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134030.0 44919