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Book Synopsis: Strong Voices: Fifteen American Speeches Worth Knowing is a collection of significant speeches, made both by those who held the reins of power and those who didn’t, at significant times in American history. Read the original words—sometimes abridged and sometimes in their entirety—that have shaped our cultural fabric. A Chicago Public Library Best Book!
“A wide-ranging collection of speeches and a worthwhile resource for students of American history.” —Booklist
“A golden celebration of the multicultural voices who demand the U.S.—and the world—do better.” —Kirkus
“An important addition to American history collections.” —School Library Journal
Introductions by acclaimed writer Tonya Bolden provide historical context and critical insights to the meaning and impact of every speech. Illustrations by award-winning artist Eric Velasquez illuminate what it was really like at each moment in history. This collection includes the following:
- Patrick Henry, “Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death”
- George Washington, Farewell Address
- Red Jacket, “We Never Quarrel about Religion”
- Frederick Douglass, “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?”
- Sojourner Truth, “I Am a Woman’s Rights”
- Abraham Lincoln, Gettysburg Address
- Theodore Roosevelt, “Citizenship in a Republic”
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt, “The Only Thing We Have to Fear Is Fear Itself”
- Lou Gehrig, “Farewell to Baseball”
- Langston Hughes, “On the Blacklist All Our Lives”
- John Fitzgerald Kennedy, “We Choose to Go to the Moon”
- Martin Luther King, Jr., “I Have a Dream”
- Fannie Lou Hamer, “I Question America”
- Cesar Chavez, Address to the Commonwealth Club of California, 1984
- Hillary Rodham Clinton, “Women’s Rights Are Human Rights”
Strong Voices includes a foreword by #1 New York Times bestselling author and celebrated journalist Cokie Roberts, as well as a timeline in the back of the book, along with letters to the reader from Tonya Bolden and Eric Velasquez. Strong Voices is a tremendous introduction to the extraordinary words spoken in history.
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Discover the power of words with Strong Voices: Fifteen American Speeches Worth Knowing. This exceptional collection allows you to delve into the minds of those who shaped our cultural fabric. Experience the original words—sometimes abridged, sometimes in their entirety—that have resonated throughout American history. With voices that transcend time, this book offers a valuable resource for students of American history. Order now to uncover the hidden gems that have influenced our nation's journey.
Immerse yourself in the captivating speeches of Strong Voices and be captivated by the depth and significance they offer. This collection, curated by acclaimed writer Tonya Bolden, provides historical context and critical insights into each powerful speech. Let her expert introductions transport you to pivotal moments in American history, while award-winning artist Eric Velasquez's illustrations bring these moments to life. With vivid storytelling and compelling visuals, Strong Voices allows you to truly comprehend the impact of each speech.
Awarded as a Chicago Public Library Best Book, Strong Voices shines a light on the multicultural voices that have driven the pursuit of a better United States and a better world. Step into the shoes of Patrick Henry, George Washington, Frederick Douglass, and more as they fearlessly express their beliefs and fight for the principles they hold dear. Let their words echo in your mind and inspire you to make a difference. Order your copy of Strong Voices today to embark on a journey through the voices that have shaped our nation.
Actively engage with history through the profound speeches included in Strong Voices. From Langston Hughes' powerful words on the blacklist to Cesar Chavez's influential address, this collection highlights the voices that have sparked change and challenged the status quo. By reading the speeches that continue to resonate today, you will gain a deeper understanding of the struggles and triumphs that have shaped our society. Don't miss this essential addition to your American history collection; order Strong Voices now and be inspired by the wisdom and courage of those who dared to speak up.
Uncover the timeless power of Strong Voices and embrace the extraordinary words that have left an indelible mark on history. Written with utmost conviction and passion, these speeches have the ability to move hearts and stir souls. With a foreword by renowned journalist Cokie Roberts and a timeline providing important context, Strong Voices is the perfect gateway into the world of American oratory. Don't wait any longer; take the first step towards enlightenment and order your copy of Strong Voices today!
Order your copy of Strong Voices: Fifteen American Speeches Worth Knowing and join the chorus of those who believe in the power of words to shape the world.
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