“I am the inferior of any man whose rights I trample under foot. Men are not superior by reason of accidents of race or color. They are superior who have the best heart-the best brain.”
Book:Miscellany
Quote by Robert Green Ingersoll
Work
Miscellany
Miscellany is a compilation of various essays and writings that explore a wide range of subjects, offering readers a glimpse into the author's thoughts and insights on different themes. more
Author
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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