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Title: In Our Own Words: Extraordinary Speeches of the American Century by Andrew Carroll, Robert Torricelli, Doris Kearns Goodwin ISBN: 0-7434-1052-1 Publisher: Washington Square Press Pub. Date: 03 October, 2000 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $17.95

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Average Customer Rating: 4 (15 reviews)

Rating: 5
Summary: A Great Collection of Speeches
Comment: Whether you are a political liberal, conservative, right-wing, left-wing, or any "wing" for that matter, this is a good book. It is a collection of speeches that were actually presented (and some that were revamped and thus not presented). All the speeches, however, are from this century. Thus, the book should be read for what it is, (and not as a political statement by the editors, which may not be the case) a collection of actual speeches. The speeches include Theodore Roosevelt condemnation speech of the "Muckrakers," the Rev. Dr. Donald Sage Mackey's speech titled, "Does God Care?" presented after the San Francisco earthquake that practically destroyed most of the city in the early 1900's, speeches from Mark Twain, anarchist Emma Goldman, car maker Henry Ford, President Woodrow Wilson, Oliver Wendell Holmes, George Patton, etc. The speeches go on and on for about 450 pages. The book is very informative and presents a history of words, so to speak. These are the famous words that have been herald throughout the 20th century. The book cajoles your senses, tweaks your intellect, and challenges your positions. It has been very fascinating reading for me and I highly recommend the book, esp. for those who love history.

Rating: 5
Summary: In Our Own Words
Comment: The twentieth century has been called the American Century. Not only has American economic and military might molded of the history century, but at its conclusion, American ideas of democracy and freedom dominate the political discourse of the globe. In Our Own Words by Senator Robert Torricelli is a remarkable anthology of 150 speeches, which captures the pulse of this tumultuous time. Some of these speeches created history, others reflect the temper of the time, but all are engrossing; giving body to the American idea, in triumph and tragedy, humor and sorrow. this book belongs in the library of any serious student of history.

Rating: 4
Summary: Great Reference of Speeches
Comment: Look - this compilation of speeches is well worth checking out. You can find the history of the 20th century wrapped up in the writings. From Roosevelt to Clinton there is much to be digested in this work. Any student of politics or history will be well served to read through this book and refer to it going forward. It is interesting to see how the language of speeches changes in the present, and how it recalls much of the past.

Classic speeches from JFK, Reagan, MLK, Clinton, etc will keep you interested, and some other speeches will put you to sleep. The point is - you will know more about our world, and the USA if you check out this book.

Joseph Dworak

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