Joseph McCabe
'The Tyranny of Shams' (1916) by Joseph McCabe offers a trenchant critique of the societal and political structures of his time. McCabe challenges conventional beliefs and exposes what he perceives as the false pretenses and hypocrisies that underpin much of modern governance and social order. His analysis delves into the ways in which established institutions maintain power through manipulation and the propagation of misleading narratives. This work is a powerful exploration of the themes of freedom, authority, and the individual’s role in a society rife with ’shams.’ McCabe’s writing is characterized by its incisive logic and commitment to unveiling uncomfortable truths, making it a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the dynamics of power and the pursuit of genuine social reform.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.