Description

Select Parliamentary Speeches of R.B. Sheridan is a collection of speeches delivered by the famous Irish playwright and politician, Richard Brinsley Sheridan, during his time in the British Parliament. Published in 1828, the book features some of Sheridan's most notable speeches on topics such as the French Revolution, the impeachment of Warren Hastings, and the abolition of the slave trade. The speeches are presented in their original form, with annotations and contextual information provided by the editor. This book offers a unique insight into the political and social issues of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, as well as showcasing the eloquence and wit for which Sheridan was renowned.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.