American Eloquence, Volume 4 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 4
Studies In American Political History (1897)
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "American Eloquence, Volume 4" by Alexander Johnston and James Albert Woodburn is a historical collection focused on American political speeches written in the late 19th century. This volume includes significant addresses from pivotal moments in U.S. history, particularly around the themes of the Civil War, Reconstruction, Free Trade, and Civil Service Reform. Through its selection of speeches, the work sheds light on the evolving political discourse and key figures of the time. The opening of this volume presents an introduction that outlines the four major themes it will cover, emphasizing the importance of oratory in shaping American political history. It begins with a discussion on the Civil War and Reconstruction, referencing key speeches such as Lincoln's First Inaugural Address and Jefferson Davis's inaugural address for the Confederacy. The text highlights the political tensions and ideological divides present at the time, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of how these speeches reflect the societal challenges and transformations during this era. (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
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EBook-No. 15394
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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