Orations And Addresses Of George William Curtis (1893)

By George William Curtis and Charles Eliot Norton

Book Overview

Orations and Addresses of George William Curtis is a collection of speeches and essays by the American writer, editor, and public speaker George William Curtis. The book, published in 1893, features some of Curtis's most famous speeches, including his address at the unveiling of the Emancipation Memorial in Washington, D.C., and his eulogy for his friend and fellow writer Nathaniel Hawthorne. Curtis was known for his eloquent and impassioned speeches on social and political issues of the day, including civil rights, education, and the importance of literature and the arts. Many of the speeches in this collection were delivered at public events, such as commencements and dedications, while others were written for publication in magazines and newspapers. The book provides a window into the intellectual and cultural climate of late 19th-century America, as well as Curtis's own views on important issues of the day. It is a valuable resource for students of American history and literature, as well as anyone interested in the art of public speaking and the role of intellectuals in shaping public opinion.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: 1163954578
• ISBN13: 9781163954577
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 510 Pages
• Weight: 1.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"