“An earthly immortality belongs to a great and good character. History embalms it; it lives in its moral influence, in its authority, in its example, in the memory of the words and deeds in which it was manifested; and as every age adds to the illustrations of its efficacy, it may chance to be the best understood by a remote posterity.”
Quote by Edward Everett
Work
Orations and Speeches on Various Occasions
This book compiles a selection of speeches and orations that address a wide range of topics and events, showcasing the author's eloquence and ability to address various audiences and situations. more
Author
Edward Everett
Edward Everett was a prominent figure in American politics, serving as a U.S. Senator from Massachusetts. A lawyer, orator, and educator, Everett's career spanned several decades, during which he made significant contributions to the political and intellectual life of the United States. He passed away on January 15, 1865. more
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