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100	1		_aIngersoll, Robert Green, _d1833-1899
245	1	0	_aIndividuality : _bFrom 'The Gods and Other Lectures'
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2011
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2011-11-22
508			_aProduced by David Widger
520			_a"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 Through a blend of historical references and philosophical arguments, Ingersoll challenges the reader to recognize the suffocating nature of religious zealotry and the importance of self-discovery.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.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aFree thought
653			_aIndividuality
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38098
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