Speeches that Changed the World: The Stories and Transcripts of the Moments that Made History


<p>Collected here are more than 50 of the world’s most momentous and insightful speeches, drawn from a vast range of historical eras and from persons of all walks of life. Some speeches—such as Roosevelt’s response to the bombing of Pearl Harbor—changed the course of history itself, while others—such as Martin Luther King’s talk in Washington, DC—defined an era. Along with a transcript of each speech, a biography of the speaker is provided along with an explanation detailing why each speech was significant and its impact on the world. Evocative and inspiring, this is a fascinating collection of some of the greatest words ever spoken by mankind.</p>

Author(s): Simon Sebag Montefiore  

ISBN 10: 1906719004
ISBN 13: 9781906719005
Pages: 224
Format: Paperback, 2008
Publication: 2008
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