The Complete Works of Brann, the Iconoclast — Volume 12

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The Complete Works of Brann, the Iconoclast — Volume 12

by William Cowper Brann

EN·~30 minutes·3 chapters

Chapters

3 total
1

Scanned by Charles Keller with

7:40
2

CURRENCY CRAZE, THE, V 261 CURRENT COMMENT, V, 124 CURSE OF KISSING THE, III, 68 CYCLONES AND SANCTIFICATION, V, 148

11:36
3

OUR HEROIC YOUNG CHRISTIAN GOV., VI, 215 OUR JACKASS DEPARTMENT, IX, 113 OUR PLASTER-OF-PARIS NAPOLEON, V, 211 OUR PUBLIC PANDERS, IV, 255 OUR "SISTER REPUBLIC," II, 41 OVERDOING REFORMATION, III, 140

11:07

Description

A sprawling catalogue of wit, controversy, and razor‑sharp observation, this volume offers listeners a roadmap through a twelve‑volume collection of Brann’s relentless commentaries. The index is organized by title, theme, and subject, guiding you through essays that tackle everything from the absurdities of early 20th‑century advertising to bold critiques of religious doctrine, politics, and social mores. Each entry hints at the breadth of Brann’s interests—whether he’s dissecting “The Age of Poison,” lampooning “Beauty and the Beast,” or probing the paradoxes of “Atheism and Orthodoxy.”

Beyond the sheer variety, the work reveals Brann’s talent for blending satire with earnest inquiry, inviting listeners to explore his provocative takes on gender, economics, and cultural quirks. As you navigate the index, you’ll discover a treasure trove of short, punchy pieces that challenge conventions while entertaining with sharp humor. It’s an essential guide for anyone eager to dive into the eclectic world of an iconoclast who never shied away from controversy.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~30 minutes (29K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

1996-06-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

William Cowper Brann

William Cowper Brann

1855–1898

A fiery newspaper editor who turned late-19th-century Texas journalism into must-read drama, he was feared and admired for sharp, combative writing. His paper, The Iconoclast, made him famous far beyond Waco and helped cement his reputation as one of the era’s most controversial voices.

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