For The Country (1897)

For The Country is a book written by Richard Watson Gilder and published in 1897. The book is a collection of essays and speeches that Gilder delivered on topics related to patriotism and the importance of civic duty. Gilder was a prominent American poet and editor of the magazine The Century, and his writings in this book reflect his deep love for his country and his belief in the power of individual actions to make a difference in society. The essays cover a range of topics, from the role of education in promoting patriotism to the importance of preserving American history and culture. Gilder also discusses the need for citizens to be actively involved in their communities and to work towards the common good. Overall, For The Country is a passionate and inspiring call to action for all Americans to take pride in their country and to work towards making it a better place for future generations.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.