Virtue or Tranquillity in Manchukuo’s Throne Question
A commentary on Pu Yi’s Manchukuo throne and the clash of virtue and tranquillity. It weighs Japan’s push for empire, Russia’s jealousy, and global fears that rapid air power and international loans could trigger a broader war. The piece argues whether Pu Yi can balance virtue with stability or face a world at risk of a swift, far reaching conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asia
Japan
China
Manchuria
Pu-Yi
Pu-¥ i
Ching
Dow
Cai Turies
Kaup Tek
Rang Teh
Manchukuo
Europe
Russia
Kang Teh
Gzar
Turkey
Jenghis
Tamerlane
Atilla
Vladivostock
Tokio
Menebukuo
Kuo, Ghiasi
Elizabeth
Goethe
Des Ports
Maxims and Reflections on Shakespeare Goethe and More
A sprawling fragment surveys Shakespeare as the greatest writer with varied opinions from Greeks, Spaniards, and Germans. It surveys Goethe’s Maxims, translation history, and the value of original thought, urging readers to act on duty and self-inquiry while noting literary works and authors from Cervantes to Dante and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cervantes
Thes Ghebespeares
Goethe on self knowledge and leadership from a bygone age
Goethe urges authenticity and effort, praising self knowledge and moral strength. The text notes leaders and nations seek clear directives, yet must think, act, and age with wisdom. It reflects on youth, aging, patriotism, language, and practical virtue through Goethe’s words and broader historical reflections.
Goethe on self government and literary praise by Arthur Brisbane
Arthur Brisbane cites Goethe on self governance and the value of reading Shakespeare Sterne and the Bible. He argues people seek crowds for comfort, while Goethe urges individuals to govern themselves and resist authority and fashion. The piece links science and literature, praising Goethe as a scientist and writer and urging self-rule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sterne
Gotthe
Henry TV
Youck Sterne
Goethe
Huxley
Christopher Columbus
Central America
Evr Arain
Keeles
Malone
Arthur’ Brisbane
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New York
Confaciuz
Kang
Teb
Menchuria
Old Confusius
Jesus
America
Dante
Goervantes
Don Quirdte
Moliere
Schiler
Shakespeare
Millon Ws
Berlin
Bailey Saunders
Macmillan and Company
Wilhelm Meister
Gesitle
Margaret
Wilson
Virgin
Mary
Goeike
Greir
al Watt
Raven
Ays
Socrates
José
Madame Holand
Madame Roland
Ainy
Aethr
Dente
Homer
Pesiah
Jon
Gosthe
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