The History of Liberty is a paper that was read before the New York Historical Society in 1877 by John F. Aiken. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of liberty, tracing its evolution from ancient times to the present day. Aiken explores the origins of liberty in ancient Greece and Rome, and then looks at how it was developed and expanded during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. He also examines the role of the Enlightenment in shaping modern conceptions of liberty, and discusses the various political and social movements that have fought for liberty over the centuries. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of political thought and the development of democratic societies.With Selected Notes.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.