Speeches on Questions of Public Policy, Volume 1

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Speeches on Questions of Public Policy, Volume 1

by John Bright

EN·~17 hours·37 chapters

Chapters

37 total

This eBook was produced by Blain Nelson, Charles Franks

0:17

PREFACE.

16:22

JAMES E. THOROLD ROGERS.

0:13

CONTENTS OF VOL. I. - INDIA.

0:13

CANADA.

0:12

AMERICA.

0:26

IRELAND.

0:28

RUSSIA.

0:22

INDIA - I - HOUSE OF COMMONS, JUNE 3, 1853.

1:07:50

INDIA - II. - HOUSE OF COMMONS, JUNE 24, 1858.

59:21

Description

These speeches offer a masterclass in clear, persuasive public speaking, showcasing an unrivaled blend of crisp diction, logical structure, and sincere conviction. Listeners will hear the speaker’s steadfast commitment to the common good as he tackles issues like free trade, parliamentary reform, and the need for national education, each argument unfolding with vivid clarity and moral force.

Beyond their historical setting, the orations reveal timeless principles for anyone seeking to influence public affairs—winning an audience’s trust, demonstrating honest intent, and presenting ideas with unshakable confidence. By immersing yourself in these thoughtfully arranged remarks, you’ll gain insight into the art of rhetoric that shaped a pivotal era of English political thought, while appreciating the enduring relevance of thoughtful, earnest discourse.

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Language

en

Duration

~17 hours (1009K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

Dec 1, 2004

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

John Bright

John Bright

1811–1889

A powerful Victorian reformer and one of Britain’s great public speakers, he became famous for arguing for free trade, parliamentary reform, and a more humane politics. His speeches helped shape major public debates in 19th-century Britain.

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