The Wit, Wisdom, Eloquence and Great Speeches of Colonel R. G. Ingersoll

The book titled ""The Wit, Wisdom, Eloquence and Great Speeches of Colonel R. G. Ingersoll"" is a compilation of the works of Colonel R. G. Ingersoll, a renowned American orator, lawyer, and political leader who lived in the 19th century. The book contains a collection of his speeches, lectures, and essays that showcase his wit, wisdom, and eloquence on a variety of topics including religion, politics, science, and social issues.Ingersoll was known for his controversial views on religion, and the book includes some of his most famous speeches on the subject, such as ""The Gods"" and ""The Mistakes of Moses."" He was also a strong advocate for women's rights and his speeches on the topic are included in the book. In addition, the book features some of Ingersoll's lesser-known speeches on topics such as Shakespeare, Robert Burns, and Abraham Lincoln.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a specific theme or topic. Each section includes an introduction that provides context for the speeches and essays that follow. The book also includes a biographical sketch of Ingersoll, written by his friend and fellow lawyer, Clarence Darrow.Overall, ""The Wit, Wisdom, Eloquence and Great Speeches of Colonel R. G. Ingersoll"" is a comprehensive collection of the works of one of America's most influential orators and political leaders. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, and culture.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.