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Trial of C.B. Reynolds for Blasphemy, at Morristown, N.J., May 19th and 20th, 1887

The book provides an account of the trial of Charles B. Reynolds, who faced charges of blasphemy. It covers the events leading up to the trial, the arguments presented in court, and the final verdict. The text offers insights into the legal and social context of the late 19th century in the United States. more

Author

Robert Green Ingersoll
Robert Green Ingersoll

Robert Green Ingersoll was a prominent lawyer, orator, and freethinker. Born on August 11, 1833, and died on July 21, 1899, he was one of the most celebrated orators in 19th-century America. Known for his criticism of religion and government, Ingersoll was a leading advocate for individual freedom. more

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