An Oration on the Life and Services of Thomas Paine by Robert Green Ingersoll
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"An Oration on the Life and Services of Thomas Paine" by Robert Green Ingersoll is a historical speech delivered in the early 1870s. This book is a tribute to the life and contributions of Thomas Paine, an influential political writer and revolutionary thinker, particularly known for his works advocating for independence and human rights during the American Revolution. Ingersoll's oration reflects his admiration for Paine’s radical ideas and his unwavering fight against
tyranny and superstition. The text discusses Paine's journey from poverty in England to becoming a pivotal figure in American independence through his powerful writings, such as "Common Sense" and "The Rights of Man." Ingersoll emphasizes Paine's role as a champion for liberty, arguing that he inspired the American colonists to declare independence and envision a government representing the people. He also addresses Paine's later life, which included his critiques of religion in "The Age of Reason," leading to his vilification. Overall, Ingersoll presents a passionate defense of Paine's legacy, denouncing the historical mischaracterization of him and advocating for recognition of his contributions to freedom and rational thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Ingersoll, Robert Green, 1833-1899 |
|---|---|
| Title | An Oration on the Life and Services of Thomas Paine |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | JC: Political science: Political theory |
| Subject | Paine, Thomas, 1737-1809 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 37704 |
| Release Date | Oct 10, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 29, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 433 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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