Published by Harper & Brothers in 1952, illustrated by Garth Williams. Story follows Wilbur, a pig, and his spider Charlotte's web-written messages. Charlotte saves Wilbur from slaughter by weaving positive phrases in her web
Liberty means freedom from oppressive restrictions in society. Word "liberty" comes from Latin "liber" meaning "people". Concept of liberty evolved from ancient Greek freedom and slavery
14-year-old Milly moves into new suburban home after father's suicide. She meets Eric Gibb, a boy with autism, living next door. Eric's parents died in plane crash, leaving him in constant danger. Milly becomes friends with Eric and helps him overcome isolation. Eric's flying abilities become apparent during school field trip
Pre-modern peoples limited time to basic survival needs. People identified with social roles and community. Privacy was rare in pre-modern societies. Ancient cultures viewed self-existence through collective whole
Locke advocated for limited government with no absolute authority. He believed in the right to revolution for people to change their government. Government should be a neutral judge of law
Free means not under control or rule of another. Free from means no longer burdened with unpleasant things. Free means not bound or detained by force. Free means not costing or charging anything. Free means allowing passage without obstruction