Simon Sebag Montefiore: Speeches That Changed the World
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Жанр : Quercus/MacLehose Press
Издательство : Quercus/MacLehose Press
Год издания : 2010
Аннотация:
Since the beginning of time, great leaders have used their power of oratory to win and inspire followers. This book contains over 50 momentous and thought-provoking speeches from a wide range of historical eras and nations and will both inspire readers and give them a greater understanding of the events of the time. Each speech is accompanied by a comprehensive introduction that explains its historical background, why it was significant and what happened as a result. A biography of each speechmaker explains how they came to be standing at the crossroads of history.