Explore political philosophy in the 19th century with O'Brien's meditation on the ideals of democracy. Written during his time in prison for leading a rebellion against British rule in Ireland, Principles of Government is an inspiring call to action for anyone who believes in the power of the people. O'Brien was a hero to his countrymen and this work is a testament to his courage and his vision. 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 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. 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.