Safire, William

Provides information on terms and expressions, catchwords and slogans of American politics and government.

A collection of writings from the "New York Times" column "On Language" which provide observations on grammar, usage, and etymology.

Presents over two hundred historic speeches arranged by theme and occasion on topics such as trials, tributes, eulogies, sermons, and political and inspirational speeches by those including Queen Elizabeth I, Thomas Jefferson, Alistair Cooke, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, George S. Patton, and Orson Welles.

Provides information about almost half a million words and phrases that make up the language of American politics and government.

On cover: A novel of Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War. A historical novel exploring the first two years of the Civil War.

Collection of over 200 speeches from throughout history, including selections by late twentieth-century speakers like President Bill Clinton and Colin Powell, arranged by theme and occasion, and introduced with commentary by political columnist William Safire.