The story of the future is written in the past.-Lord Acton; 1877. Did you know Greek philosopher Plato predicted democracy would degenerate into anarchy once people lost their virtue; then a tyrant would arise? Did you know POWER inevitably concentrates into the hands of ONE person? What was the first nation in recorded history that attempted to rule itself without a king? (Hint: they left from Egypt around c.1400 BC). How did Caesar fundamentally change Rome's Republic into a dictatorship? George Washington warned in his Farewell Address; 1796: "Disorders and miseries ... incline the minds of men to seek security ... in the absolute power of an Individual ... [who] turns this disposition to the purposes of his own elevation; on the ruins of public liberty ... and thus to create ... a real despotism." Ben Franklin observed June 2; 1787: "There is scarce a king in a hundred who would not; if he could; follow the example of Pharaoh - get first all the people's money; then all their lands; and then make them and their children servants forever ... I am apprehensive that the government of the States may; in future times; end in a monarchy." Yale President Ezra Stiles stated May 8; 1783: "Whatever mutations may arise in the United States; perhaps hereditary monarchy and a standing army will be the last." President William Henry Harrison; warned March 4; 1841: "The tendency of power to increase itself; particularly when exercised by a single individual ... would terminate in virtual monarchy." Of communist dictatorship; Vladimir Lenin said: "The goal of Socialism is Communism." Can 6;000 years of history help predict the future? This volume is an in-depth review of the rise and fall of great republics; kings and tyrants; with profound quotes from notable philosophers; statesmen and historians; allowing the reader to gain powerful insights from the past into what is happening in the world today. By the end of this book; you will be one step closer to answering the question; "is history repeating itself?"
#74371 in Books William J Federer 2007-01-22Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.50 x .68 x 5.51l; .84 #File Name: 0977808556326 pagesWhat Every American Needs to Know about the Qur an A History of Islam the United States
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful. If you want deeper insightBy CustomerInformative concerning the culture of the people and the government of our nation. This matter puts the drawing line where it belongs. You also learn Biblical bases and standards America has always lived and stood by and clarity to the chaos of what is currently transpiring today. You learn the truth of problems that existed in the beginning of our nation and how Jefferson purchased the Quran to fully comprehend the basis of what was transpiring then to get a fuller comprehension of the people and the reasoning behind why they reacted and did what they did pirating American ships. It is always a good thing to see the full perspective of matters; situations and circumstances as Jefferson did. For this reason I would suggest this book.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Up to date - yet details the history of the ...By brendakUp to date - yet details the history of the rise of Islam. A must read for the coming clash.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Every American Must Know About Islam!By 4given2_4giveThis book has already helped me help others understand about the Muslim faith; and the dangers of that religion.
