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PublisherRowman & Littlefield Publishers, Incorporated

ISBN-101442202947

ISBN-139781442202948

eBay Product ID (ePID)102914308

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Edition6

Book TitleAmerican Political Rhetoric : Essential Speeches and Writings on Founding Principles and Contemporary Controversies

Number of Pages360 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2010

TopicConstitutions, History & Theory, American Government / General

FeaturesRevised

GenrePolitical Science

AuthorRobert Martin Schäfer

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.9 in

Item Weight16 Oz

Item Length9.2 in

Item Width6.1 in

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Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2010-017981

Dewey Edition22

ReviewsPraise for previous editions:American Political Rhetoric takes one through the drama of American politics and clearly demonstrates that the art of politics is closely connected with the art of making an argument. And, as the readings demonstrate, there are rewards for making the right argument and profound consequences for making the wrong argument., Praise for previous editions: Without question, the most comprehensive collection of political speeches and documents in one anthology....., Praise for previous editions: American Political Rhetoric takes one through the drama of American politics and clearly demonstrates that the art of politics is closely connected with the art of making an argument. And, as the readings demonstrate, there are rewards for making the right argument and profound consequences for making the wrong argument., Praise for previous editions: American Political Rhetoric takes one through the drama of American politics and clearly demonstrates that the art of politics is closely connected with the art of making an argument. And, as the readings demonstrate,there are rewards for making the right argument and profound consequences for making the wrong argument...., Praise for previous editions: American Political Rhetoric engages students in thoughtful reflection on the classic modernity and historical development of the American polity. Students appreciate reading the primary texts for themselves and many of them leave the course wanting to delve deeper into the writings of our greatest statesmen and jurists. The material in this book is essential preparation for upper level courses in American politics...., Praise for previous editions: American Political Rhetoric engages students in thoughtful reflection on the classic modernity and historical development of the American polity. Students appreciate reading the primary texts for themselves and many of them leave the course wanting to delve deeper into the writings of our greatest statesmen and jurists. The material in this book is essential preparation for upper level courses in American politics., Praise for previous editions:Without question, the most comprehensive collection of political speeches and documents in one anthology., "Praise for previous editions: Without question, the most comprehensive collection of political speeches and documents in one anthology....." --Robert E. Denton Jr., Virginia Tech "Praise for previous editions: American Political Rhetoric takes one through the drama of American politics and clearly demonstrates that the art of politics is closely connected with the art of making an argument. And, as the readings demonstrate,there are rewards for making the right argument and profound consequences for making the wrong argument...." --Brian Janiskee, California State University at San Bernardino "Praise for previous editions: American Political Rhetoric engages students in thoughtful reflection on the classic modernity and historical development of the American polity. Students appreciate reading the primary texts for themselves and many of them leave the course wanting to delve deeper into the writings of our greatest statesmen and jurists. The material in this book is essential preparation for upper level courses in American politics...." --John Ray, Xavier University "Praise for previous editions: American Political Rhetoric engages students in thoughtful reflection on the classic modernity and historical development of the American polity. Students appreciate reading the primary texts for themselves and many of them leave the course wanting to delve deeper into the writings of our greatest statesmen and jurists. The material in this book is essential preparation for upper level courses in American politics." --John Ray, Xavier University "Praise for previous editions: American Political Rhetoric takes one through the drama of American politics and clearly demonstrates that the art of politics is closely connected with the art of making an argument. And, as the readings demonstrate, there are rewards for making the right argument and profound consequences for making the wrong argument." --Brian Janiskee, California State University at San Bernardino "Praise for previous editions: Without question, the most comprehensive collection of political speeches and documents in one anthology." --Robert E. Denton Jr., Virginia Tech

Dewey Decimal320.973

Edition DescriptionRevised edition

SynopsisAmerican Political Rhetoric is the only reader for introductory classes in American politics and government and political communication designed to explore fundamental political principles through classic examples of political rhetoric, from the Declaration of Independence to today. Selections include the entire political spectrum and contributors range from the founders to elected public officials, Supreme Court opinions, and representatives of historic movements for social change. Organized thematically, American Political Rhetoric allows students to explore the institutions of government and current controversies in civil rights, race, gender, and America's role in the world as the issues have evolved over time.

LC Classification NumberJK21.A462 2010