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Great Speeches: Words That Made History

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Great Speeches: Words That Made History is an anthology that presents some of the most impactful speeches in history. This collection spans various eras and cultures, showcasing the power of spoken words in shaping political, social, and cultural landscapes. It provides insight into the contexts behind these speeches and highlights their enduring influence on the world.
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You might enjoy this collection if you're fascinated by the power of oratory and its impact on history. The book brings together pivotal speeches that have influenced world events, providing insight into the leaders behind the words. It's perfect for those interested in Arts & Culture and the enduring legacy of rhetoric.

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Great Speeches: Words That Made History

This collection of ancient and modern speeches includes the words of activists, politicians, philosophers and scores of others who have borne witness to significant moments from the first century to the 21st. Many have themselves made history.

A great speech has the power to define the times, to inspire, to stir and to motivate.

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This collection of ancient and modern speeches includes the words of activists, politicians, philosophers, and scores of others who have borne witness to significant moments from the first century to the 21st. Many have themselves made history.

Here you'll find the words of:

Inspirational leaders such as Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela; political heads, from Oliver Cromwell to Kevin Rudd; enlightened writers and thinkers such as Arundhati Roy and Inga Clendinnen; campaigners such as Daniel Mannix and Eleanor Roosevelt; soldiers and statesmen who helped shape the modern world, such as Napoleon and Winston Churchill; religious figures from every era, including Jesus and the Dalai Lama.

This is Great Speeches: Words That Made History.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780143205111

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 August 2010

Country: Australia

Imprint: Penguin Random House Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 333g

Pages: 384

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