Robert G. Ingersoll was an American orator and agnostic who lived in the 19th century. "The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 7" is a compilation of his speeches and articles. Religion, politics, science, and literature are just a few of the subjects that are covered in the book. Ingersoll's skepticism towards religion and support for agnosticism serve as the book's main themes throughout. He makes the case that religion is founded on blind faith rather than on logic or reason, which has led to many of the world's issues. Ingersoll is in favor of a secular society in which choices are made by logic and science. Along with criticizing religion, Ingersoll also discusses a number of contemporary social and political concerns, such as women's rights, the function of government, and the abolition of slavery. He promotes individual liberty, as well as freedom of opinion and speech, contending that individuals ought to be allowed to live their life as they see fit, provided that they do not do damage to others. Eloquence, humor, and reason are all characteristics of Ingersoll's writing. His speeches and articles were well-liked in his day and are still valued by readers and academics today. Ingersoll's views and arguments on a variety of subjects are collected in this intelligent and thought-provoking book.
Known as "the Great Agnostic," Robert G. Ingersoll was an American lawyer, author, and orator who advocated for agnosticism during the Golden Age of Free Thought. He lived from August 11, 1833, to July 21, 1899. In Dresden, New York, Robert Ingersoll was born. His father, John Ingersoll, was a radical Congregationalist preacher who supported abolition and regularly moved his family as a result of his views. While American revivalist Charles G. Finney was on a tour of Europe, Rev. John Ingersoll temporarily filled in as the preacher. After Finney's return, Rev. Ingersoll stayed as Finney's co-pastor and associate pastor. In 1853, "Bob" Ingersoll spent a time teaching in Metropolis, Illinois, where he delegated the "larger part of the instruction, while Latin and history absorbed his own attention" to one of his pupils, the future judge Angus M. L. McBane. Ingersoll had already worked as a teacher in Mount Vernon, Illinois, at some point before taking the position in Metropolis. On February 13, 1862, Ingersoll wed Eva Amelia Parker (1841–1923). Their two daughters were well-known feminists and suffragists, Eva Ingersoll-Brown, was the elder daughter.
