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Might is Right Or Survival of the Fittest

Ragnar Redbeard

Might Is Right is a controversial book published in 1896 under the pseudonym "Ragnar Redbeard." The book promotes a philosophy centered on Social Darwinism, rejecting organized religion, egalitarianism, and traditional morality. It argues for the supremacy of individual strength and self-reliance, advocating a survival-of-the-fittest ideology.

The author's true identity remains debated, though some scholars believe it may have been Arthur Desmond, an anarchist and political figure of the late 19th century.

The text is polarizing due to its extreme views and rhetoric, but it is often cited in discussions of libertarianism, nihilism, and radical individualism. If you're exploring this book, its historical and philosophical context might also be worth examining to understand its controversial legacy.

While the book's ideas are provocative, they are deeply tied to the era in which it was written, reflecting 19th-century anxieties about industrialization, colonialism, and social change. Many of its arguments are highly contentious, and modern readers often approach it as a historical artifact rather than a practical philosophy.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Ancient Wisdom Publications
  • Publish Date: Dec 8th, 2024
  • Pages: 152
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 0.33in - 0.47lb
  • EAN: 9781963956795
  • Categories: SocialSociology - General

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