Sketches Of American Orators (1816)

By Francis Walker Gilmer

Book Overview

Sketches of American Orators is a book written by Francis Walker Gilmer in 1816. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of some of the most prominent orators in American history. Gilmer provides detailed accounts of the lives and careers of these orators, including their speeches and the impact they had on American society.The book covers a wide range of orators, from the Founding Fathers to the leading figures of the early 19th century. These include George Washington, Patrick Henry, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Daniel Webster, and Henry Clay, among others.Gilmer's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a detailed and insightful look into the lives of these influential figures. He includes anecdotes and quotes from their speeches to give readers a sense of their personalities and the impact they had on their audiences.Overall, Sketches of American Orators is a fascinating read for anyone interested in American history, politics, or public speaking. It provides a unique perspective on the lives and careers of some of the most influential figures in American history and highlights the important role that oratory played in shaping the nation's history.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: 1166937933
• ISBN13: 9781166937935
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"