Publisher's Synopsis
Landmarks of Liberty is a book that chronicles the development of American political ideals through a collection of speeches given by prominent figures in American history. The book covers speeches from James Otis in the mid-18th century to Charles Evans Hughes in the early 20th century, highlighting key moments in American history and the evolution of American political thought. The speeches included in the book cover a wide range of topics, including the American Revolution, the Civil War, women's suffrage, and the struggle for civil rights. Through these speeches, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the values and principles that have shaped American democracy and the ongoing struggle to uphold those ideals. Written by Robert P. St. John, Landmarks of Liberty is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history and political theory.1920. The editors have compiled what they consider to be the great speeches that had an important influence on the growth of American political ideals. Some of the orators whose speeches are contained in this volume include: James Otis, Edmund Burke, Daniel Webster; Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson and others.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
