The Ethics of Nations. An Address Delivered Before the Jefferson Society, in the Public Hall, of the University of Virginia, On the 38th. June 1855.
Published by order of the Society Charlottesville: James Alexander, Printer, 1856.
First Edition. Wraps. Disbound wraps. Approx. 8" x 5.5". [1], 17 pages, [1] page blank. Title on the front cover. New paper spine. Persistent brown stain to the upper text areas. Edge chips front cover. Author discusses European and Asian countries in a historical manner touching upon war, trade, governance etc., On page 17 he states, "National conspiracies are thickening around us and increasing our fearful responsibility. But let us adopt the motto of the immortal Jackson, 'we stand upon the immutable principles of justice - no earthly power shall drive us from our position' If there be one who would disgrace the name of America, by advising us to deviate one inch from the path which God and duty points, though the whole world stood in arms confronting us, may the craven voice die within him..." Scarce essay. No copies located in OCLC. Good. Item #18394
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