The Martyrdom of Man

“The Martyrdom of Man” by Winwood Reade is a sweeping, controversial 19th-century historical and philosophical work that traces the evolution of humanity from prehistoric times to modern civilization. Reade rejects traditional religious interpretations of history and instead champions science, reason, and human progress. The book explores themes such as war, religion, slavery, and enlightenment, framing human suffering as a necessary part of progress. Bold, secular, and provocative for its time, it influenced thinkers like H.G. Wells and was once considered radical in its outlook.
"The Martyrdom of Man" is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1872.