American Eloquence, Volume 1 by Alexander Johnston and James Albert Woodburn

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Editor Johnston, Alexander, 1849-1889
Editor Woodburn, James Albert, 1856-1943
Title American Eloquence, Volume 1
Studies In American Political History (1896)
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "American Eloquence, Volume 1" edited by Alexander Johnston and James Albert Woodburn is a collection of important political speeches written in the late 19th century. The work compiles and contextualizes foundational orations from influential American figures—such as James Otis, Patrick Henry, and Alexander Hamilton—highlighting their contributions to the country’s political history and discourse. The speeches included serve to illuminate the fervent debates surrounding the Constitution, independence, and the early structure of the American political system, providing readers with not only the texts but also insights into the era's socio-political climate. The opening of the volume emphasizes the book's structure and editorial intent, detailing the criteria and selection process for the included speeches. It sets a tone of academic rigor and historical significance, positioning oratory as both an art form and a critical vehicle for political expression. The preface discusses the evolution of American political speech, outlining the challenges of documenting such a rich tradition. From these introductory sections, readers are led seamlessly into the foundational speeches that shaped the nation, demonstrating the necessity of eloquence in the fight for liberty and governance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
Subject United States -- Politics and government
Subject United States -- History
Subject Speeches, addresses, etc., American
Category Text
EBook-No. 15391
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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