The State (Classic Reprint)

Thatcher Thayer

ISBN 10: 1330687388 / ISBN 13: 9781330687383

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book seeks to explore the significance of the state in a time of unrelenting crises. Through the lens of history and philosophy, the author examines the divine necessity of the state, its forms, and its purpose in the lives of individuals and society as a whole. Drawing from diverse sources, the book argues that the state is not a mere aggregate of individuals, but rather a noble entity that embodies the collective aspirations and values of its citizens. It delves into the essential functions of the state, including its role in restraining, protecting, and nurturing individual growth. Critically examining the concept of a 'higher class' within the state, the book challenges conventional wisdom and advocates for the creation of a genuine aristocracy based on intellectual and moral superiority. Ultimately, the book underscores the paramount importance of preserving and cherishing the state as a vital institution for the flourishing of individuals and the prosperity of nations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The State (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330687388
• ISBN 13: 9781330687383
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Spiritual

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Synopsis

The State is a powerful, readable argument that the State is not a mere crowd of people, but a living, moral authority shaping our lives and duties. This edition presents Thatcher Thayer’s 19th‑century oration as a doorway into how society convenes, governs, and strives for unity.

This excerpt frames the State as a divine and natural necessity, arguing that government should guide rather than crush individual life. It surveys what the State is (substance) and what it does (functions), from protecting citizens to educating hearts and shaping freedom through law. It also contrasts many possible forms of state power, from gradual changes to upheaval, insisting that a robust, educated leadership is essential for a healthy democracy.

- Understand how the State is defined by government, law, and execution, and why these parts matter to everyday life.
- See how the speaker weighs different paths of political change, including revolution and reform.
- Consider the claim that a higher class of educated leaders, not just popular will, must guide public life.
- Reflect on the strengths and risks of democracy, and how education and culture influence national unity.

Ideal for readers of history, political philosophy, and rhetoric who want a vivid, early discussion of what a nation owes to its State and to its future.