At the beginning, he apologizes ahead of time for any of the mistakes he might make, due to his lack of education and preparation. “That I am here today is, to me, a matter of astonishment as well as of gratitude. You will not, therefore, be surprised, if in what I have to say, I evince no elaborate preparation, nor grace my speech with any high sounding exordium. With little experience and with less learning, I have been able to throw my thoughts hastily and imperfectly together; and trusting to your patient and generous indulgence, I will proceed to lay them before you.” It is Ethos because a good man knows that he is not perfect. Douglass realizes that and maintains a modest attitude. Douglass keeps his achievements lowkey, resulting in a more humble vibe. He also mentions that being able to speak at Corinthian Hall is a “privilege.” His point of view is credible because he was a once a slave and has experienced the injustices of
At the beginning, he apologizes ahead of time for any of the mistakes he might make, due to his lack of education and preparation. “That I am here today is, to me, a matter of astonishment as well as of gratitude. You will not, therefore, be surprised, if in what I have to say, I evince no elaborate preparation, nor grace my speech with any high sounding exordium. With little experience and with less learning, I have been able to throw my thoughts hastily and imperfectly together; and trusting to your patient and generous indulgence, I will proceed to lay them before you.” It is Ethos because a good man knows that he is not perfect. Douglass realizes that and maintains a modest attitude. Douglass keeps his achievements lowkey, resulting in a more humble vibe. He also mentions that being able to speak at Corinthian Hall is a “privilege.” His point of view is credible because he was a once a slave and has experienced the injustices of