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Defining Documents in American History: Pivotal Speeches in American History
Since the founding of the nation, speeches have played an important role in shaping both political and cultural attitudes. As the country evolved and societal views changed, some of the greatest speeches put words to the feelings of the masses.
Starting with seminal addresses such as Patrick Henry's "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death” (1775) and George Washington's first inaugural address as president (1789), the most memorable speeches in American history have run the gamut from passionate political orations to era-defining deliverances, such as Martin Luther King Jr.’s famous “I Have a Dream” speech in 1963.
This two-volume set presents these speeches in their entirety, or in significant excerpts, with detailed historical analysis providing context and continuity. Tracing the evolution of the country from its founding to the present, readers will find speeches delivered during times of war, such as Abraham Lincoln’s “Gettysburg Address” (1863); during times of societal change, such as Lyndon B. Johnson’s “We Shall Overcome” (1965); and during times of strengthening the nation, such as Barack Obama’s 2010 State of the Union Address.
The material is organized into curated sections, each beginning with a brief introduction that examines the importance of the topic through speech transcripts and other historical documents. The documents contained within these sections provide an overview of the history and significance of each, and the wider ramifications felt not only in regards to the outcome of these speeches, but how they affected society as a whole.
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The Defining Documents series provides in-depth commentary and analysis on the most important primary source documents in the United States and the world. The Defining Documents series is perfect for students, those researching a particular era, or anyone interested in world history. Visit www.salempress.com for more information about additional titles in this series.
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