An Essay On The Influence Of Authority In Matters Of Opinion (1849)

An Essay On The Influence Of Authority In Matters Of Opinion is a book written by George Cornewall Lewis in 1849. The book is an exploration of the ways in which authority can influence people's opinions, particularly in matters of politics, religion, and philosophy. Lewis argues that people often defer to authority figures without critically examining their arguments, leading to a lack of independent thought and a reliance on received wisdom. He also examines the ways in which authority can be used to suppress dissent and stifle new ideas. The book is a thoughtful and nuanced exploration of the complex relationship between authority and opinion, and it remains relevant today as we continue to grapple with issues of authority and truth in the age of social media and fake news.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.