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Highlights
- Filled with over two hundred quotes from John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison and more, The Founding Fathers: Quotes, Quips, and Speeches captures the essence of America's most influential leaders in an elegant collection that explores the American Revolution.
- Author(s): Gordon Leidner
- 176 Pages
- Reference, Quotations
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About the Book
"It is infinitely better to have a few good men than many indifferent ones."--George Washington
Filled with more than 220 quotes from America's most influential founders, The Founding Fathers: Quotes, Quips, and Speeches captures the essence of the leaders who forged a new country based on their beliefs of freedom and liberty. Discover their thoughts on honesty, democracy, perseverance, hope, character, and leadership with quotes from James Madison, Benjamin Franklin, and more. Beautiful packaging complete with gold foil adds to the sophisticated feel of this hardcover, making it the perfect gift for any history lover.
Book Synopsis
Filled with over two hundred quotes from John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison and more, The Founding Fathers: Quotes, Quips, and Speeches captures the essence of America's most influential leaders in an elegant collection that explores the American Revolution. Discover their thoughts on honesty, democracy, perseverance, hope, liberty, and leadership, and read from landmark speeches of the day--from Samuel Adam's 1776 address to the Continental Congress to George Washington's resignation speech. Hear the voices of the people who changed the world.
Praise for Abraham Lincoln: Quotes, Quips, and Speeches
"An easy and enjoyable introduction to one of America's greatest presidents and heroes."--Tom Schwartz, historian emeritus for the state of Illinois
"Gordon Leidner provides readers with a toothsome smorgasbord of Abraham Lincoln's wit and wisdom. This volume is an excellent introduction to the Great Emancipator's humanity, philosophy, humor, and eloquence."--Michael Burlingame, Chancellor Naomi B. Lynn Distinguished Chair in Lincoln Studies, University of Illinois-Springfield
"Abraham Lincoln had the God-given talent to express himself in words that the people felt and understood. [This] book enables readers to sample and touch the greatness of Lincoln through his letters, public papers, and speeches."--Edwin C. Bearrs, historican emeritus, National Park Service
Review Quotes
"History buffs and liberty lovers alike may appreciate this book's pocket-sized format, which makes it easily portable, but with over 200 quotes from America's founders--often referencing God or Christian principles--it packs a wallop....Leidner offers a concise yet rich history of the Revolution. " -- World Magazine