02758cam a22003133u 4500 16858 UtSlPG 20260610133408.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 AC PS Bain, George W., 1840-1927 Wit, humor, reason, rhetoric, prose, poetry and story woven into eight popular lectures Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-10-12 Among the massess; or, Traits of character -- A searchlight of the twentieth century -- Our country, our homes and our duty -- The new woman and the old man -- The safe side of life for young men -- Platform experiences -- The defeat of the nation's dragon -- If I could live life over. Produced by Bill Tozier, Barbara Tozier, Carol David, Lesley Halamek and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Wit, Humor, Reason, Rhetoric, Prose, Poetry and Story woven into Eight Popular Lectures" by George W. Bain is a collection of lectures written in the early 20th century. The book comprises a blend of engaging personal anecdotes and moral lessons aimed at inspiring readers towards self-reflection and societal improvement. Through a variety of topics—ranging from character traits, the significance of sympathy, to issues surrounding social equality and labor—it seeks to provide insights into human behavior and societal challenges. The opening of this collection introduces the author’s intention to convey wisdom and encouragement through a conversational style that engages the audience's sense of humor and compassion. Bain emphasizes the importance of kindness and understanding in judging character, reflecting on his own experiences during the Civil War to illustrate the hazards of prejudice. He explores the notion that one should not judge others too harshly based on singular traits or circumstances while advocating for the evaluation of humanity through the lens of empathy. By sharing various personal stories—such as his interaction with General Grant and reflections on personal relationships—Bain sets a foundational tone for the lectures, aiming to uplift and enlighten his readers about the complexities of human character and society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Speeches, addresses, etc. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16858 58246 58246