The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume VIII. by Robert Green Ingersoll
"The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume VIII" by Robert Green Ingersoll is a collection of interviews and public discourses written in the late 19th century. This volume features Ingersoll's thoughts on various subjects including religion, politics, and social issues, reflecting his views as a prominent agnostic and political figure of his time. The text likely discusses themes of intellectual freedom, reason, and humanity, providing insight into Ingersoll's stances on matters such
as the Bible, the church, and contemporary social issues. The opening of this volume reveals Ingersoll's candid and critical engagement with religious doctrine, particularly the Bible, which he views as a mix of truth and fallacy. He discusses his disbelief in its divine origin and critiques the concept of eternal punishment promoted by organized religion. Additionally, he articulates his commitment to liberty of thought and the necessity of addressing social injustices, as reflected in his responses to questions about morality, politics, and the role of religion in governance. Through a series of interviews, Ingersoll's sharp wit and rational perspective set the tone for a robust exploration of the societal issues of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Ingersoll, Robert Green, 1833-1899 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume VIII. Interviews |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by An Anonymous volunteer |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AC: General Works: Collections, Series, Collected works, Pamphlets |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Free thought |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20447 |
| Release Date | Jan 25, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | May 30, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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