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100 1 _aCampbell, Theophila Carlile,
_d1837-1913
245 1 4 _aThe battle of the press
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2011-12-22
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"The Battle of The Press" by Theophila Carlile Campbell is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work chronicles the life and struggles of Richard Carlile, a relentless advocate for free speech and a pioneer in the fight for a truly free press in England. It highlights Carlile's sacrifices, including multiple imprisonments, as he confronts the oppressive forces of church and state that sought to silence dissenting voices. The opening of the book sets the stage for Richard Carlile's courageous battle against the draconian laws of early 19th-century England, where expressing contrary opinions could lead to severe penalties. It introduces Carlile's commitment to mental freedom and his resolve to establish an absolutely free press, delving into the tumultuous atmosphere of the time, marked by governmental repression and social unrest, exemplified by the Manchester massacre. The author presents Carlile not only as a martyr for free speech but also as a transformative figure who educated and inspired others to think independently, outlining the perilous path he navigated amidst hostility and censorship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aManchester (England) -- History
653 _aCarlile, Richard, 1790-1843
653 _aPaine, Thomas, 1737-1809. Age of reason
653 _aFreedom of the press -- Great Britain
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38370
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