The Master Of Repartee: And Other Preachments Long And Short

By Cyrus Townsend Brady

Book Overview

The Master of Repartee: And Other Preachments Long and Short is a collection of essays and speeches by Cyrus Townsend Brady, an American writer, journalist, and Episcopal priest. The book is divided into two parts: ""Preachments Long"" and ""Preachments Short"". The first part includes longer essays on various topics, such as religion, politics, and social issues. The second part consists of shorter pieces, often humorous or satirical in nature.Brady was known for his wit and ability to engage audiences with his speeches and writing. In this book, he shares his thoughts on a wide range of subjects, from the importance of education to the dangers of alcohol and tobacco. He also offers advice on how to live a fulfilling life and how to be a good citizen.The Master of Repartee, the title essay of the book, is a tribute to the art of conversation and the ability to think on one's feet. Brady argues that the ability to engage in witty banter is an important social skill and a sign of intelligence.Overall, The Master of Repartee: And Other Preachments Long and Short is a thought-provoking and entertaining collection of essays by a gifted writer and speaker. It offers insights into the social and political issues of the early 20th century and provides timeless advice on how to live a meaningful life.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: 1432693662
• ISBN13: 9781432693664
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"