Overview
A testament to the power of oratory, this stirring and often surprising collection includes all fifty-five United States presidential inaugural addresses, as well as a general introduction and commentary that provides historical context for each speech. Marking pivotal moments in American history, readers will learn:
? How George Washington came to ad-lib ?So help me, God? at the end of his first inaugural address
? Why Thomas Jefferson?s first inaugural address is considered one of the finest ever delivered
? The historical background behind Franklin D. Roosevelt?s ?The only thing we have to fear is fear itself? and John F.
Kennedy?s ?Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.?
This book title, Fellow Citizens (The Penguin Book of U.S. Presidential Inaugural Addresses), ISBN: 9780143114536, by Robert V. Remini, Robert V. Remini, Robert V. Remini, Terry Golway, Terry Golway, published by Penguin Publishing Group (August 26, 2008) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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