The Penguin Book of Historic Speeches

Name: The Penguin Book of Historic Speeches
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241982396
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By Brian MacArthur

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The Penguin Book of Historic Speeches by Brian MacArthur is a captivating exploration of pivotal speeches that have shaped history and culture. The collection spans several centuries, offering insight into the minds of influential leaders and thinkers. By delving into these powerful orations, readers gain a deeper understanding of the moments and movements that have defined our world.
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This collection may appeal to you if you have an interest in exploring the power of oratory throughout history. It showcases a variety of influential speeches that have shaped politics, inspired movements, and captured the zeitgeist of their times. Ideal for those who appreciate both the artistry of speechmaking and the cultural impact of pivotal moments in history.

The Penguin Book of Historic Speeches

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The world's most famous speeches, together in one volume.

From Moses to Nelson Mandela, speeches have helped both change the way we see the world and the way the world is shaped. A great orator, however, has to have the right words and the right message to inspire his or her followers.

The Penguin Book of Historic Speeches gathers together the world's greatest speeches, bringing together the words of over one hundred men and women. These brilliant and passionate declarations by Disraeli, Lincoln, Gladstone, Churchill, Washington, Socrates, Pankhurst, Lenin, Gandhi and many others provide a vivid glimpse of history in the making while retaining their power to move and inspire today.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Penguin Book of Historic Speeches by Brian MacArthur is praised for its scholarly context and well-curated selection, with each speech prefaced by a historical explanation, enhancing the reader's understanding. Reviewers commend the book for its focus on significant political conflicts, effectively serving as both an anthology and a historical overview. It is noted as a stirring collection that captivates and inspires.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241982396

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 October 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Contributors:

Edited by Brian MacArthur

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 362g

Pages: 528

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About the Author

Brian MacArthur was founder editor of Today and The Times Higher Education Supplement, and editor of the Western Morning News. He was deputy editor of the Sunday Times and executive editor of The Times. He has written Surviving the Sword- Prisoners of the Japanese 1942-1945. He has been interested in the power of oratory since first hearing Aneurin Bevan on the hustings in 1956 and has edited The Penguin Book of Modern Speeches and The Penguin Book of Twentieth-Century Protest. Brian MacArthur lives in Norfolk and London and has two daughters.

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