Dig deeper into American history with the inaugural addresses of US presidents from George Washington to Barack Obama—the texts carefully designed to set the tone for each subsequent administration.
Compiling each of these historical documents, this volume presents a compelling picture of the goals outlined at the beginning of each presidency. Inaugural Addresses of the Presidents of the United States allows you to study a president’s initial objectives, rhetorical style, and values—as well as the challenges he faced. These critical pieces of presidential history not only provide a window into specific administrations, but also into the political, historical, and social climate of the United States throughout history. Each address includes a photo of the president and most offer a brief introduction with historical information, providing context for the speech.
In the digital edition, this volume is enhanced by amazing functionality. Important terms link to dictionaries, encyclopedias, and a wealth of other resources in your digital library. Perform powerful searches to find exactly what you’re looking for. Take the discussion with you using tablet and mobile apps. With Logos, the most efficient and comprehensive research tools are in one place, so you get the most out of your study.
Note: Five of the 44 US presidents did not give inauguration speeches, but only took the Executive Oath of Office.
