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World’s Famous Orations, Vol. V: Great Britain - III

World’s Famous Orations, Vol. V: Great Britain - III

Written by: William Jennings Bryan Francis Whiting Halsey Various
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Embark on a captivating journey through the eloquence and power of British rhetoric with "World’s Famous Orations, Vol. V: Great Britain - III." This podcast delves into the profound speeches that have shaped the political and social landscape of Great Britain from the mid-19th century to the early 20th century. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, offering listeners an opportunity to explore a rich tapestry of ideas surrounding governance, national identity, and the quest for progress. The collection begins with a pivotal address on the Canadian Confederation in 1865 and concludes with reflections on Liberalism in 1906, illustrating the evolution of thought during a time of great change. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that invite listeners to discover a new book with every episode, deepening their appreciation for the art of oratory and its lasting impact on society. Tune in and immerse yourself in the words that have resonated through history.Copyright 1800s Genre Art Political Science Politics & Government World
Episodes
  • Unsolved Riddle of Social Justice-Stephen Leacock

    Unsolved Riddle of Social Justice-Stephen Leacock
    Aug 28 2026
    In 1906, William Jennings Bryan, himself a famous American orator, and Francis Whiting Halsey published a series of the most famous orations of all time. They are ordered by both geographic area and time period, ranging from Ancient Greece to their contemporary United States. The third, fourth, and fifth volumes of this collection concern British speakers. The speeches contained in this fifth volume are ordered chronologically. We begin in the year 1865 with a speech on the Canadian Confederation, and end this volume in 1906, the year in which this volume was published, with a couple of speeches on Liberalism. - Summary by Carolin
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    2 hrs and 24 mins
  • Pentecost of Calamity-Owen Wister

    Pentecost of Calamity-Owen Wister
    Aug 27 2026
    In 1906, William Jennings Bryan, himself a famous American orator, and Francis Whiting Halsey published a series of the most famous orations of all time. They are ordered by both geographic area and time period, ranging from Ancient Greece to their contemporary United States. The third, fourth, and fifth volumes of this collection concern British speakers. The speeches contained in this fifth volume are ordered chronologically. We begin in the year 1865 with a speech on the Canadian Confederation, and end this volume in 1906, the year in which this volume was published, with a couple of speeches on Liberalism. - Summary by Carolin
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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • State of the Union Addresses by United States Presidents (1857 - 1860)-James Buchanan

    State of the Union Addresses by United States Presidents (1857 - 1860)-James Buchanan
    Aug 26 2026
    In 1906, William Jennings Bryan, himself a famous American orator, and Francis Whiting Halsey published a series of the most famous orations of all time. They are ordered by both geographic area and time period, ranging from Ancient Greece to their contemporary United States. The third, fourth, and fifth volumes of this collection concern British speakers. The speeches contained in this fifth volume are ordered chronologically. We begin in the year 1865 with a speech on the Canadian Confederation, and end this volume in 1906, the year in which this volume was published, with a couple of speeches on Liberalism. - Summary by Carolin
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    6 hrs and 49 mins
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