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The Penguin Book of Twentieth-Century Speeches
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The Penguin Book of Twentieth-Century Speeches Paperback - 2000

by Brian MacArthur (Editor)

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  • Title The Penguin Book of Twentieth-Century Speeches
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition 2Rev Ed
  • Condition Used - Good
  • Pages 525
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Penguin Publishing Group, London
  • Date May 1, 2000
  • Bookseller's Inventory # GRP12468578
  • ISBN 9780140285000 / 0140285008
  • Weight 0.85 lbs (0.39 kg)
  • Dimensions 7.75 x 5.23 x 1.5 in (19.69 x 13.28 x 3.81 cm)
  • Ages 18 to UP years
  • Grade levels 13 - UP
  • Library of Congress subjects History, Modern - 20th century, Speeches, addresses, etc
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 00267955
  • Dewey Decimal Code 909.82

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Summary

Whether it was Winston Churchill rousing the British to war, Fidel Castro inspiring the Cuban revolution, or Bill Clinton defending himself against Monica Lewinsky, great speakers have always had the power to stir hearts, uphold great ideals, and lead nations to new frontiers. This newly revised edition of The Penguin Book of Twentieth Century Speeches includes a new introduction and twenty-nine new selections, such as the words spoken by Earl Spencer at Princess Diana's funeral, Nelson Mandela's "Let Freedom Sing" speech, and Bill Clinton's 1998 apology to the American people.

From the publisher

Brian MacArthur is the Executive Editor (features) for the London Times. He is also the editor of The Penguin Book of Historical Speeches.

First line

I wish to preach not the doctrine of ignoble ease but the doctrine of the strenuous life; the life of toil and effort; of labour and strife; to preach that highest form of success which comes not to the man who desires mere easy peace but to the man who does not shrink from danger, from hardship, or from bitter oil, and who out of these wins the splendid ultimate triumph.

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About the author

Brian MacArthur is the Executive Editor (features) for the London Times. He is also the editor of The Penguin Book of Historical Speeches.

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