'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
This is beautiful and makes me thought about 'being alone'.
ReplyDeleteCan you really play the piano? This is a rare gift in Brazil, I mean among regular people.
All my love.
Cleverly done, they say that 'What goes around, comes around!'
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Kenia, my girls are musically gifted and have taken piano for years - now they are teaching me - I am a beginner!
ReplyDeleteI am sure you are right Andy, and I am waiting patiently for that.
Peacefully
wow,that's wonderful! And they are teaching you now? that's so sweet!
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