The American Spirit: Who We Are and What We Stand For
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| Rating | : | 4.84 (650 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1501174193 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 176 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-03-18 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
McCullough reminds us of the core American values that define us, regardless of which region we live in, which political party we identify with, or our ethnic background. A timely collection of speeches by David McCullough, the most honored historian in the United States—winner of two Pulitzer Prizes, two National Book Awards, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom, among many others—that reminds us of fundamental American principles.“Insightful and inspirational, The American Spirit summons a vexed and divided nation to remember—and cherish—our unifying ideas and ideals” (Richmond Times-Dispatch). Now, at a time of self-reflection in America following the bitter 2016 election campaign that has left the countr
Happily, the same qualities that inform McCullough’s histories and biographies also shape his speeches. Fundamentally Mr. His enthusiasm for history is infectious." (Andrew Carroll The Los Angeles Review of Books) . It will at the same time make you laugh and give rise to tears of despair. Merry The Wall Street Journal)“A national treasure, McCullough performs a national service in The American Spirit. Insightful and inspirational, it summons a vexed and divided nation to remember - and cherish - our unifying ideas and ideals.” (Jay Strafford Richmond Times Dispatch)"McCullough's passion for history and his profound belief in America, or at least his vision of America is both encompassing and deeply hopeful.Clio, the muse o
He is the recipient of numerous honors and awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian award. Visit DavidMcCullough. His other acclaimed books include The Johnstown Flood, TheGreat Bridge, Brave Companions, 1776,The Greater Journey, and The Wright Brothers. . David McCullough has twice received the Pulitzer Prize, for Truman and John Adams, and twice received the National Book Awa
History as a guide to America's present and future This book is a short collection of speeches by David McCullough, one of America's foremost historians. The speeches span about twenty-five years and were delivered in a variety of locations and to mark a variety of occasions. Most of them are college commencement addresses - in Boston, Ohio, Missouri and Pittsburgh - and a few mark the anniversary of important monuments (the White House) or even. Flawlessly factual, detailed and entertaining. David McCullough is a master historian. The speeches in this book, like the storytelling of his last ten books is flawlessly factual, detailed and entertaining. The American Spirit is an excellent read.. Good US history presented William Lohman This is a book which should be offered to many young students helping them understand our history and appreciate those who have helped to give us the country we have.