Modern American Oratory: Seven Representative Orations (1898)

By Ralph Curtis Ringwalt

Book Overview

Modern American Oratory: Seven Representative Orations (1898) is a book written by Ralph Curtis Ringwalt. The book is a collection of seven speeches that represent the best of American oratory during the late 19th century. These speeches were given by some of the most prominent figures of the time, including William Jennings Bryan, Henry W. Grady, and Booker T. Washington. Each speech is accompanied by an introduction that provides historical context and analysis of the speaker's rhetorical strategies. The book offers a unique perspective on American history, as it highlights the power of language and the impact of public speaking on the nation's political and social landscape. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, rhetoric, or public speaking.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116492270X
• ISBN13: 9781164922704
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 346 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"