Ingersoll on Walt Whitman A Lecture Reflection

010 - X Philosophy

7 min · 4. mar. 2026
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Col. Robert G. Ingersoll, one of historys most gifted orators, passionately reflects on the profound influence of genius in our lives. He opens his lectures with a poignant reminder of the invaluable contributions of extraordinary individuals It is hard to overstate the debt we owe to the men and women of genius. Imagine a world stripped of their art; poetry, music, and creativity reduced to mere noise. In this compelling lecture, part of a series honoring luminaries like Shakespeare, Abraham Lincoln, and Voltaire, Ingersoll invites us to appreciate the profound impact of these figures. Join us as we explore the brilliance of Walt Whitman alongside other great minds, and delve into thought-provoking topics such as science versus superstition and reflections on the Holy Bible. Each lecture in Volume 3, along with select ones from Volume 1, will be available as distinct audiobooks in the Ingersoll Lectures, Famous People series on Librivox. (~ Michele Fry)

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