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The Forgotten Man, and Other Essays

By William Graham Sumner
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This collection assembles essays advocating free trade and sound money while criticizing protectionism and currency debasement, and offers analyses of strikes, trusts, commercial crises, and maritime policy. It also presents reflections on the science of society, education, and discipline, and includes a notable lecture that formulates the idea of the forgotten man as the overlooked individual who bears economic burdens. The volume concludes with a bibliography and index linking the author’s economic and social observations.

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William Graham Sumner

William Graham Sumner was an American sociologist and economist, recognized for his influential work in the late 19th century. He is best known for his book "Folkways," which explores the sociological significance of customs and social norms in shaping human behavior. Sumner's writings often addressed the complexities of social classes and the responsibilities they hold towards one another, as seen in his essays compiled in "The Forgotten Man, and Other Essays." His contributions to sociology and economic thought have left a lasting impact on the fields, making him a notable figure in American intellectual history.

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