Wendell Phillips (1811–1884) was a prominent American abolitionist, advocate for Native Americans, orator, and attorney. He was a key member of the American abolitionist movement, dedicating his life to the eradication of slavery. Born into a wealthy Boston family, Phillips was educated at Harvard College and went on to attend Harvard Law School. However, his career is best remembered for his activism and eloquent speeches rather than his brief legal practice. As a notable public figure, his rhetorical gifts were formidable, and he was often called upon to speak on issues of the day. One of his significant essays, 'The Scholar in a Republic,' presents a compelling argument on the role and responsibility of intellectuals in society. Through this work, he challenged scholars and thinkers to be active participants in the struggle for justice and equality. Phillips was known for his persuasive literary style that seamlessly blended classical references and moral appeal. This essay, along with his speeches, is reflective of his dedication to civil rights and his mastery in the use of language to provoke moral introspection and societal change. Phillips's legacy as a writer and orator remains influential in discussions about the moral duties of the intellectual community in social and political reform movements.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 20.7.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur |
Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Lernhilfen ► Allgemeines / Lexika | |
Schlagworte | 1880s works • 19th century speeches • American abolitionism • American Scholar • civil rights literature • Classic • Classic Literature • critical thinking • Cultural analysis • Educational Philosophy • Harvard University • Historical • historical nonfiction • Intellectual Agitator • Intellectual history • Literary Excellence • Literary speech • oratory and rhetoric • Political activism • political essays • Social Critique • social reform texts • Wendell Phillips writings |
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