'Give me the liberty to know, to utter, and to argue freely according to conscience, above all liberties.' In 1644 at the height of the English Civil War, John Milton penned Areopagitica , which is now known as one of history’s first impassioned defences to freedom of expression. Ironically, Milton never delivered this argument verbally, however there was no need, the message was clear; to allow freedom of speech in written form. John Milton may have been more concerned about religion and less with the politics of war; unfortunately, history has seen these two go hand in hand. Thanks to John Milton, and all who followed and fought for the right to freedom of expression. Thank you to all who exercise this right and provide the poetry, novels and the daily news which combined help to map out our history. On Time By John Milton Fly, envious Time, till thou run out thy race, Call on the lazy leaden-stepping hours, Whose speed is but the heavy plummet's pace; And glut thyself wi
Hi Janet, my imagination is working overtime on this one!
ReplyDeleteGood evening Janet! I'd try this challenge, but I'm not sure I've really understood it, plus I have lots of trouble counting syllables in English!!! :s
ReplyDeleteI came to ask for your comment support in the following post http://diariosdefilosofia.blogspot.com/2009/06/venus-marte-e-terra-venus-mars-and.html - there is this friend of mine who started quite a silly discussion around it, and I wanted you to read it and please leave your opinion there, if you have time. you'll see his comment and my reply. Thanks in advance my dearest!
I just might have to give this a shot. Hmmm..
ReplyDeleteI love "THE NOTEBOOK"
Talk soon, girlie!
Hey, wanted to invite you to stop by for my giveaway. It is open to residents of Canada. It's for a diaper cake, so adorable.
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I have a health blog, too. I take requests:
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Hope to talk to you soon!
A great uplifting Naisaiku and picture.
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