The Progress Of The Century (1901)

The Progress Of The Century is a book written by Alfred Russel Wallace in the year 1901. The book is a reflection of the progress made by the human race in the 19th century. It is divided into four sections, each focusing on a different aspect of human progress. The first section is dedicated to the progress made in science and technology, the second section focuses on social and political progress, the third section discusses the progress made in education and literature, and the fourth section is dedicated to the progress made in art and music.Throughout the book, Wallace reflects on the various achievements of the century, including the development of the steam engine, the discovery of electricity, the invention of the telephone and the automobile, and the advances made in medicine and surgery. He also discusses the social and political progress made during the century, including the abolition of slavery, the expansion of democracy, and the growth of international cooperation.In addition to discussing progress, Wallace also reflects on the challenges and problems that the human race still faces, including poverty, war, and environmental degradation. He argues that while there is still much work to be done, the progress made in the 19th century provides hope for the future.Overall, The Progress Of The Century is a thoughtful and insightful reflection on the achievements and challenges of the 19th century. It provides a valuable perspective on the progress made by the human race and the work that still needs to be done to create a better world.Also Contains Works By A Number Of Other Authors.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.