ISBN: 9780282418045 - the know nothings: an expose of the secret order of know nothings, the most ludicrous and startling yankee "notion" ever conceived (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book combines historical analysis with a look at current events to unravel the origins of the secretive Know Nothing organization in the United States. Beginning with the claim that the group is inspired by the ancient builders of the Tower of Babel, the author traces its development from its humble beginnings to its explosive growth and national influence in the mid-1800s. The author situates the Know Nothings within the broader context of secret societies in America, and explores the underlying themes of xenophobia, nativism, and anti-Catholicism that fueled its rise. Through the examination of initiation rituals, oaths, and symbols, the book uncovers the organization's bizarre and extreme ideology, while also highlighting the dangers of secrecy and the suppression of free speech. Ultimately, this book serves as a timely reminder of the corrosive effects of division and intolerance, and the importance of vigilance against those who seek to undermine the values of liberty and equality. 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. print-on-demand item. …