Alongside these are the finest war cries of Winston Churchill, Martin Luther King's prophetic "I have a dream" and "I've seen the promised land" speeches, the inspiring words of JFK and impassioned pleas from Nelson Mandela-the first at his ...
By turns moving and thought-provoking, this new edition reveals a modern world in which freedom of speech remains a powerful agent of change - and gives unique perspectives on key turning points in history.
With over a million copies already sold, this is the newly updated edition of the definitive collection of great speeches ancient and modern.
Contains over 50 momentous speeches from a wide range of historical eras and nations. This book includes biographies of each speaker, the history of why each speech was significant and what happened as a result.
Alongside these are the finest war cries of Winston Churchill, Martin Luther King's prophetic "I have a dream" and "I've seen the promised land" speeches, the inspiring words of JFK and impassioned pleas from Nelson Mandela-the first at his ...
Presents a collection of more than fifty important speeches from all periods of history along with an explanation detailing why each speech was significant and its impact on world events.
Packed with historical figures, this text is as readable summary of 3000 years. From Moses's delivery of the Ten Commandments to Nelson Mandela's Let Freedom Reign, the world has been...
This new leatherette gift edition of Speeches that Changed the World contains over 100 of the most influential speeches ever made.
For many thousands of years, people have used oratory to influence others, but what exactly makes a speech great?
This book includes over 50 momentous and thought-provoking speeches from a wide range of historical eras and nations.
Open up this book to find out ... The speeches in Speeches that Changed the World are divided into the following chapters: Ancient history, Love, Religion, Science, Patriotism, Philosophy, Humanity and liberty, Sport, Politics and War.
Speeches that Changed the World
Moving and thought-provoking, this new edition will continue to inspire and enlighten readers, offering them a fascinating perspective on historical milestones through the power of the spoken word.
Ideal as a reference tool, study companion for public speakers and students, or simply as a fascinating journey into the past, this memorable book captures the drama of history in the making.