| Author |
Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933 |
| LoC No. |
19014340
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| Title |
Addresses in America, 1919
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| Original Publication |
United States: Charles Scribner's Sons,1919.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
At the Lowell centenary -- American and Briton -- From a speech at the Lotus Club, New York -- From a speech to the Society of Arts and Sciences, New York -- Address at Columbia University -- To the League of Political Education, New York -- Talking at large.
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| Credits |
Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Addresses in America, 1919" by John Galsworthy is a collection of speeches delivered during a pivotal moment in history, likely written shortly after the end of World War I. The opening portion of this work introduces themes of cultural and linguistic connection between English-speaking nations, examining the significance of their shared language and literature. Galsworthy reflects on the past and future of societies in transition, highlighting the challenges and responsibilities that come with progress and shared ideals. The beginning of the collection opens with Galsworthy addressing the Lowell Centenary, where he pays homage to esteemed New England writers while emphasizing the legacy of James Russell Lowell. He explores the notion of language as a bridge that connects different peoples, underscoring the need for moral and artistic integrity in public discourse and cultural expression. Galsworthy articulates the dangers of nationalism and the importance of fostering international understanding through shared values, setting the tone for a wider exploration of how post-war societies can unite through the arts, democracy, and mutual respect. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Speeches, addresses, etc., English
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| Subject |
Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933 -- Travel -- United States
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69296 |
| Release Date |
Nov 5, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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