Wit and Wisdom of Lord Tredegar by Godfrey Charles Morgan
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"Wit and Wisdom of Lord Tredegar" by Godfrey Charles Morgan is a collection of speeches and quotations attributed to the first Viscount Tredegar, published in the early 20th century. The text provides insight into Lord Tredegar's views on a variety of issues, reflecting not only his personal anecdotes but also his observations on society, politics, and the role of landowners in the community. His speeches convey a blend of humor and earnestness,
suggesting a man well-respected in his time, known for his engagement with the public and a commitment to social causes. The opening of this collection features a foreword that praises Lord Tredegar for his meaningful contributions to public discourse over many decades. It sets the stage by highlighting his characteristics—his humor, sincerity, and keen insight into the human condition. Several of the excerpts that follow capture his style, mixing light-hearted remarks with profound observations, from reflections on agricultural practices to more personal musings about war and community service. Overall, the beginning of the text serves as an invitation to explore the rich voice of a figure who was both a nobleman and a relatable individual, eager to connect with all classes of society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Morgan, Godfrey Charles, 1830-1913 |
|---|---|
| Title | Wit and Wisdom of Lord Tredegar |
| Credits |
Produced by sp1nd, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Speeches, addresses, etc. |
| Subject | Morgan, Godfrey Charles, 1830-1913 -- Quotations |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39808 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-39808-2 |
| Release Date | May 26, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 397 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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