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Trial Of C. B. Reynolds For Blasphemy: Defense By Robert G. Ingersoll (1888)

Trial Of C. B. Reynolds For Blasphemy: Defense By Robert G. Ingersoll (1888)

Ingersoll, Robert Green

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ISBN10: 1167180496
ISBN13: 9781167180491
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 102
Weight: 0.32
Height: 0.21 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Trial of C.B. Reynolds for Blasphemy: Defense by Robert G. Ingersoll is a book that documents the trial of Charles B. Reynolds, who was charged with blasphemy in New Jersey in 1887. The book is written by Robert Green Ingersoll, a renowned American orator and politician, who defended Reynolds during the trial.Ingersoll's defense of Reynolds was based on the First Amendment of the United States Constitution, which guarantees freedom of speech and religion. Ingersoll argued that Reynolds had the right to express his opinions and beliefs, even if they were considered blasphemous by some. He also challenged the authority of the Bible and criticized the narrow-mindedness of religious fundamentalists.The book provides a detailed account of the trial, including the arguments made by both the prosecution and the defense. It also includes Ingersoll's closing statement, which is considered one of the most powerful speeches in the history of American jurisprudence.The Trial of C.B. Reynolds for Blasphemy: Defense by Robert G. Ingersoll is an important historical document that sheds light on the struggle for freedom of speech and the separation of church and state in the United States. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American law and politics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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