Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of George Jacob Holyoake

"Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of George Jacob Holyoake" by Holyoake is a compilation of various writings by the notable 19th-century social reformer and secularist, George Jacob Holyoake. This book serves as a collection of his works, which predominantly focus on the themes of secularism, atheism, and social critique, written during the mid to late 19th century. Holyoake's writing captures the spirit of social reform and the growing movement towards rational thought and secular ethics of his time. The content of the book includes an index to Holyoake's significant writings, such as "Bygones," where he reflects upon personal and historical incidents, as well as explorations of key figures in the social reform movement like John Stuart Mill and Harriet Martineau. The sections on "Principles of Secularism" and "The Last Trial for Atheism" provide insights into his defense of secularism and the struggles faced by atheists in his era. The compilation emphasizes Holyoake's advocacy for rational thought, ethical living independent of religious doctrine, and the importance of social progress, making it a vital resource for understanding the historical context of secularism and humanist philosophy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

George Jacob Holyoake was an English secularist, co-operator and newspaper editor. He coined the terms secularism in 1851 and "jingoism" in 1878. He edited a secularist paper, the Reasoner, from 1846 to June 1861, and a co-operative one, The English Leader, in 1864–1867.