The Life, Trial, And Death Of Francisco Ferrer (1911)

The Life, Trial, and Death of Francisco Ferrer is a historical non-fiction book written by William Archer and first published in 1911. The book tells the story of Francisco Ferrer, a Spanish educator and anarchist who was executed in 1909 for his alleged involvement in a failed revolution. Archer's book provides a detailed account of Ferrer's life, from his early years as a young man in Barcelona to his establishment of the Escuela Moderna, a radical school that promoted free thinking and secular education. The book also explores Ferrer's political beliefs and his involvement in various anarchist movements in Spain and France.The central focus of the book is Ferrer's trial and execution, which Archer argues was a miscarriage of justice. He provides a thorough analysis of the evidence presented against Ferrer and the political motivations behind his prosecution. Throughout the book, Archer also discusses the broader political and social context of Ferrer's life and death, including the rise of anarchism in Europe and the tensions between the Spanish government and the working class.Overall, The Life, Trial, and Death of Francisco Ferrer is a well-researched and engaging account of a significant figure in the history of anarchism and education. It offers valuable insights into the political and social climate of early 20th century Europe and the challenges faced by those who sought to challenge the status quo.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.