Trials Of A Stump-Speaker (1906)

By Henry S. Wilcox

Book Overview

Trials Of A Stump-Speaker is a book written by Henry S. Wilcox and published in 1906. The book is a memoir that details the author's experiences as a ""stump-speaker"" during the late 19th century. A stump-speaker is a person who gives speeches from a makeshift platform or stump, usually during political campaigns or rallies. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the author's life as a stump-speaker. The first chapter provides an overview of the author's background and how he became involved in politics. The subsequent chapters detail the challenges he faced while on the campaign trail, including dealing with hecklers, navigating the complex political landscape, and managing his own personal relationships.Throughout the book, the author provides insights into the political and social climate of the time, including the rise of populism and the changing attitudes towards race and gender. He also shares anecdotes and stories from his experiences on the campaign trail, giving readers a glimpse into the world of political campaigning during the late 19th century.Overall, Trials Of A Stump-Speaker is a fascinating and engaging memoir that offers a unique perspective on American politics during the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, 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: 1104927241
• ISBN13: 9781104927240
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 130 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"