An Emancipation of the Mind

“Enthralling, illuminating, and timely. A beautifully written, myth-busting, and eye-opening uncovering of the radical, humanistic roots of America’ best impulses towards justice and equality. A must read for anyone who wants to fully understand not only the abolitionist movement and the nation’s struggle over slavery, but also America’s on-going conflicts related to religion, nationalism, theology, and democracy. By delving into the lives and Enlightenment thinking of Frederick Douglass, Theodore Parker, Abraham Lincoln, and Ottilie Assing, Matthew Stewart shines a much-needed light on some of the most compelling–and yet under-appreciated–emancipatory values that flow through our history and society.” – Phil Zuckerman, author of Beyond Doubt: The Secularization of Society

Matthew Stewart is an independent philosopher and historian. He is the author of seven books, including Nature’s God, which was longlisted for the National Book Award. His work has appeared in publications such as The Atlantic, The Washington Post, and The Wall Street Journal. He lives in London.

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