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An Autobiography By John B. Gough (1852)

An Autobiography By John B. Gough (1852)

Gough, John Bartholomew

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ISBN10: 1120148219
ISBN13: 9781120148216
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 24 2009
Pages: 190
Weight: 0.58
Height: 0.40 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
An Autobiography is a memoir written by John B. Gough, originally published in 1852. Gough was a famous American orator and temperance reformer who rose to prominence in the mid-19th century. In this book, Gough recounts his life story, from his humble beginnings as an impoverished child in England to his rise as a successful public speaker in America. He describes his struggles with alcoholism and his eventual decision to become a teetotaler, which became a central theme of his public speeches. Gough also discusses his personal relationships, including his marriage and his friendships with other prominent figures of the day. Throughout the book, Gough reflects on the lessons he learned and the challenges he faced, offering insights into his personal philosophy and his approach to public speaking. An Autobiography is a fascinating account of one man's journey from adversity to success, and offers a unique perspective on the social and cultural issues of the 19th century.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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