This collection, "Lend Me Your Ears: Great Speeches in History," edited by William Safire, presents a comprehensive compilation of significant oratory spanning from ancient times to the modern era. Featuring influential speakers from diverse backgrounds and political affiliations, including General George Patton, Pericles, Jesus of Nazareth, and Ruth Bader Ginsburg, this work delves into the art of oratory and public speaking. It is intended for writers, speakers, and history aficionados seeking to understand the power and impact of impactful speeches.
This manual, a RosettaBooks publication from April 22, 2014, is presented in an encrypted EPUB format and contains 1148 pages of English content. Its primary categories include Language Arts & Disciplines (Public Speaking) and Political Science (General). The purpose of this manual is to serve as an authoritative resource for understanding and appreciating the nuances of historical speeches, providing insights into their delivery, context, and lasting influence.
<p>The third edition of an internationally best-selling collection of classic and modern oratory, <i>Lend Me Your Ears</i> offers numerous examples of the greatest speeches ever delivered—from the ancient world to the modern. Speeches in this edition span a broad stretch of history, from General George Patton inspiring Allied troops on the eve of D-Day to Pericles’ impassioned eulogy for fallen Greek soldiers during the Peloponnesian War; and from Jesus of Nazareth’s greatest sermons to Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s fiery speech in response to the <i>Bush vs. Gore </i>decision that changed the landscape of American politics in our time.</p><p>Editor William Safire has collected a diverse range of speeches from both ancient and modern times, from people of many different backgrounds and political affiliations, and from people on both sides of history’s greatest battles and events. This book provides a wealth of valuable examples of great oratory for writers, speakers, and history aficionados.</p>
Author: Safire, William
Publisher: RosettaBooks
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Lend Me Your Ears: Great Speeches in History
Pages: 01148 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2014-04-22
SKU-13/ISBN: 9780393059311
Category: Language Arts & Disciplines : Public Speaking
Category: Political Science : General
<p>The third edition of an internationally best-selling collection of classic and modern oratory, <i>Lend Me Your Ears</i> offers numerous examples of the greatest speeches ever delivered—from the ancient world to the modern. Speeches in this edition span a broad stretch of history, from General George Patton inspiring Allied troops on the eve of D-Day to Pericles’ impassioned eulogy for fallen Greek soldiers during the Peloponnesian War; and from Jesus of Nazareth’s greatest sermons to Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s fiery speech in response to the <i>Bush vs. Gore </i>decision that changed the landscape of American politics in our time.</p><p>Editor William Safire has collected a diverse range of speeches from both ancient and modern times, from people of many different backgrounds and political affiliations, and from people on both sides of history’s greatest battles and events. This book provides a wealth of valuable examples of great oratory for writers, speakers, and history aficionados.</p>
Author: Safire, William
Publisher: RosettaBooks
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Lend Me Your Ears: Great Speeches in History
Pages: 01148 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2014-04-22
SKU-13/ISBN: 9780393059311
Category: Language Arts & Disciplines : Public Speaking
Category: Political Science : General
