John Jay Chapman

John Jay Chapman
John Jay Chapman (1862–1933) was an American essayist, critic, and reformer known for his eloquent prose and sharp moral insights. He authored numerous works, including "Practical Agitation" and "Causes and Consequences," which reflect his advocacy for social and political reform. A passionate opponent of corruption and injustice, Chapman was also an outspoken critic of racial inequality, particularly in his essay "A Nation's Shame." His writing combined classical learning with a deep commitment to ethical principles, making him a prominent voice in American intellectual life during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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TREASON AND DEATH OF BENEDICT ARNOLD ACT I The margin of the Hudson at West Point. Fort Putnam and the Highlands in the distance. A flag is fluttering on the fort. The orchestra represents the level of the river shore, upon which level the Chorus will enter. The characters of the drama appear on a bank or platform, slightly raised above the orchestra and Chorus. At the opening of the play Father Hudson... more...

EMERSON I "Leave this hypocritical prating about the masses. Masses are rude, lame, unmade, pernicious in their demands and influence, and need not to be flattered, but to be schooled. I wish not to concede anything to them, but to tame, drill, divide, and break them up, and draw individuals out of them. The worst of charity is that the lives you are asked to preserve are not worth preserving.... more...