Sketch of the Life and Oratory of John B. Gough is a biography written by William Reid in 1854. The book chronicles the life and career of John B. Gough, a renowned American orator and temperance reformer of the 19th century. The biography covers Gough's early life, his struggles with alcoholism, and his eventual sobriety and rise to fame as a public speaker. The book also delves into Gough's speeches and their impact on society, particularly his...