American Spirit : Who We Are and What We Stand for (Hardcover) (David McCullough)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br> Over the course of his career, David McCullough has spoken before Congress, colleges and universities, historical societies, and other esteemed institutions. Now, at a time of self-reflection in America following a bitter election campaign that has left the country divided, McCullough has collected some of his most pertinent speeches in a brief volume designed to identify important principles and characteristics that are particularly American. <p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br> <b>A <i>New York Times</i> Bestseller</b> <p/>A timely collection of speeches by David McCullough, the most honored historian in the United States--winner of two Pulitzer Prizes, two National Book Awards, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom, among many others--that reminds us of fundamental American principles. <p/>Over the course of his distinguished career, David McCullough has spoken before Congress, the White House, colleges and universities, historical societies, and other esteemed institutions. Now, at a time of self-reflection in America following a bitter election campaign that has left the country divided, McCullough has collected some of his most important speeches in a brief volume designed to identify important principles and characteristics that are particularly American. <i>The American Spirit</i> reminds us of core American values to which we all subscribe, regardless of which region we live in, which political party we identify with, or our ethnic background. This is a book about America for all Americans that reminds us who we are and helps to guide us as we find our way forward. <p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br> "McCullough's passion for history and his profound belief in America, or at least his vision of America . . . is both encompassing and deeply hopeful. . . .Clio, the muse of history, smiles and nods her head on every page." -- "Kirkus Reviews" </br></br>"Very few among us possess the encompassing and informed perspective on America's past and present that historian and best-selling author McCullough has gained over decades of research. . . . McCullough's legions of fans will flock to this edifying collection."-- "Booklist" </br></br>"[McCullough] is one of the great historical storytellers of his generation. . . . Fundamentally Mr. McCullough loves the American story and its most illustrious characters."--Robert W. Merry "The Wall Street Journal" </br></br>"A carefully crafted, well-reasoned, heartfelt testament to what this nation can be -- past, present, and we must believe -- future." <p/> --Barbara Hall "The Providence Journal" </br></br>"A national treasure, McCullough performs a national service in <i>The American Spirit</i>. Insightful and inspirational, it summons a vexed and divided nation to remember - and cherish - our unifying ideas and ideals."--Jay Strafford "Richmond Times Dispatch" </br></br>"Acclaimed historian David McCullough's <i>The American Spirit</i> is as inspirational as it is brilliant, as simple as it is sophisticated. It will at the same time make you laugh and give rise to tears of despair. . . . This is not patriotic boilerplate. McCullough is a historian and a realist. He sees his nation with all its warts, beginning with its indelible birthmark of slavery and continuing through to today's government dysfunction and political polarization. Yet he remains confident and upbeat."--Edward Cuddihy "Buffalo News" </br></br>"McCullough perfectly embodies the part of remember-in-chief. . . . Happily, the same qualities that inform McCullough's histories and biographies also shape his speeches. He is, whether at his desk or a lectern, a consummate storyteller."<br> --Danny Heitman "Christian Science Monitor" </br></br>"This book is a gift. . . . It's a powerful argument for keeping history alive."--Michael Schaub "NPR" </br></br>"This collection captures McCullough's passion and vigor throughout. . . . [His] enthusiasm for history is infectious."--Andrew Carroll "The Los Angeles Review of Books"
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