In his own words--JFK at his wisest, wittiest, and most eloquent In one volume, the writings and speeches of John F. Kennedy reveal a man and President and portray an era as no historian or biographer could.
About the Author: Theodore Sorensen (1928-2010) was a key White House aide and longtime adviser to President John F. Kennedy.
448 Pages
History, United States

Description

About the Book

Collected in one illuminating volume, the writings and speeches of John F. Kennedy reveal the man and president who inspired a generation. Here are the words that propelled a nation and moved the world, offering an important portrayal of the 35th president's entire career. Photographs throughout.

Book Synopsis

In his own words--JFK at his wisest, wittiest, and most eloquent

In one volume, the writings and speeches of John F. Kennedy reveal a man and President and portray an era as no historian or biographer could. Here are the words that propelled a nation and moved the world. From the best-remembered speeches ("And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you--ask what you can do for your country") to the one never delivered that fateful day in Dallas (". . . words alone are not enough"), longtime Kennedy adviser and key White House aide Theodore Sorensen has put together speeches, important letters, debates, TV and radio interviews, State of the Union addresses, and even impromptu responses during new conferences. The result is an illuminating, moving portrayal of Kennedy's political career and of the provocative, important ideas that inspired a generation and challenged a country's conscience as no President before or since has done.

Praise for Let the Word Go Forth

"The best one-volume collection of the . . . magical eloquence of the Kennedy era . . . an indispensable reference."--The Houston Chronicle

"The words ring . . . A must for all who remember modern Camelot and its leader, President John F. Kennedy."--Charleston Evening Post

"[Sorensen's] selections from more than 110 speeches and writings reflect the importance of historical insights in Kennedy's thoughts and actions."--St. Louis Post-Dispatch

"Lovingly put together . . . Sorensen has seen fit to include the unusual as well as the expected."--The Indianapolis Star

Review Quotes

"The best one-volume collection of the . . . magical eloquence of the Kennedy era . . . an indispensable reference."--The Houston Chronicle

"The words ring . . . A must for all who remember modern Camelot and its leader, President John F. Kennedy."--Charleston Evening Post

"[Sorensen's] selections from more than 110 speeches and writings reflect the importance of historical insights in Kennedy's thoughts and actions."--St. Louis Post-Dispatch

"Lovingly put together . . . Sorensen has seen fit to include the unusual as well as the expected."--The Indianapolis Star

About the Author

Theodore Sorensen (1928-2010) was a key White House aide and longtime adviser to President John F. Kennedy.

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 8.54 Inches (H) x 6.46 Inches (W) x 1.13 Inches (D)

Weight: 1.46 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 448

Genre: History

Sub-Genre: United States

Publisher: Delta

Theme: 20th Century

Format: Paperback

Language: English

Street Date: October 5, 1991

TCIN: 1002209564

UPC: 9780440504061

Item Number (DPCI): 247-26-4281

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Q: What type of media is included in this collection?

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A: The collection includes speeches, letters, debates, interviews, and State of the Union addresses.
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Q: What themes are prevalent in JFK's writings?

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A: The writings reflect themes of political inspiration, national service, and historical insights from JFK's presidency.
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Q: What is the suggested age for readers of this book?

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A: The suggested age for readers is 22 years and up.
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Q: Who compiled the writings and speeches in this book?

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A: The writings and speeches were compiled by Theodore Sorensen, a key aide to John F. Kennedy.
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