American Political Rhetoric: Essential Speeches and Writings

By Robert Martin Schaefer and Lawler/Shaefer

Book Overview

American Political Rhetoric is the only reader for introductory classes in American politics, government, and political communication designed to explore fundamental political principles through classic examples of political rhetoric. Now in its seventh edition, its selections include the entire political spectrum and contributors range from our nation's founders to contemporary elected public officials, Supreme Court opinions, and representatives of historic movements for social change.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1442232196
• ISBN13: 9781442232198
• Release Date: November 2015
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Length: 410 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 8.9"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary

Customer Reviews

walking through the jungle of american political rhetoric

"American Political Rhetoric" is an excellent collection of American-governing documents, judicial decisions, and speeches given by such charismatic leader as martin luther king jr, franklin delano roosevelt, william jefferson clinton, frederick douglas, abraham lincoln, and many others. The articles are partitioned into chapters concerning civil rights, foreign policy, gender rights, founding principles, judicial powers, bicameralism and the separation of powers, etc... this text is an excellent edition for any motivated citizen and should be required reading for any potential voter.

Great for Introductory classes!

Simply the best collection of readings for introductory American Government courses I have used in over twenty years of college and university teaching. These readings have never failed to spark thoughtful discussions among my students.