"Addresses in America, 1919" by John Galsworthy is a compilation of speeches given after World War I, focusing on the bond between English-speaking countries through language and culture. The collection begins with a tribute to James Russell Lowell and other New England writers, emphasizing the power of language to unite diverse people. Galsworthy warns against the pitfalls of nationalism and calls for worldwide cooperation based on shared values, suggesting that art, democracy, and respect are key to building a better post-war world
Addresses in America, 1919
By John Galsworthy
Explore the crucial speeches that highlight artistic integrity, moral responsibility, and international collaboration in the wake of war.
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About the AuthorJohn Galsworthy was an English novelist and playwright. He is best known for his trilogy of novels collectively called The Forsyte Saga, and two later trilogies, A Modern Comedy and End of the Chapter. He was awarded the 1932 Nobel Prize in Literature.
John Galsworthy was an English novelist and playwright. He is best known for his trilogy of novels collectively called The Forsyte Saga, and two later trilogies, A Modern Comedy and End of the Chapter. He was awarded the 1932 Nobel Prize in Literature.
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