Speechwright: An Insider's Take on Political Rhetoric

by William F. Gavin

Book Overview

For almost thirty years, William F. Gavin wrote speeches at the highest levels of government. Speechwright is his insider's view of politics, a shrewd critique of presidential and congressional rhetoric, and a personal look at the political leaders for whom he wrote speeches. While serving President Richard Nixon and candidate Ronald Reagan, Gavin advocated for "working rhetoric"--well-crafted, clear, hard-hitting arguments that did not...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1611860172
• ISBN13: 9781611860177
• Release Date: November 2011
• Publisher: Michigan State University Press
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.2" x 9.1"