The who we are and what we stand for McCullough, David G., (David Gaub) 1933- creator text nyu New York Simon & Schuster 2018 2018 First Simon & Schuster paperback edition monographic eng xv, 174 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 21 cm This collection of speeches by historian David McCullough reminds us of fundamental American principles. 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, as many Americans engage in self-reflection following a bitter election campaign that has left the country divided, McCullough has collected some of his most important speeches in a brief volume that articulates important principles and characteristics that are particularly American. Contenidos : Simon Willard's clock Civilization and the city The spirit of Jefferson Which way forward The animating spirit The lessons of history What's essential is invisible The first to reside here History lost and found The bulwark of freedom Knowing who we are The ties that bind The love of learning The summons to serve A building like no other David G. McCullough. M478a 2018 9781501174193 260515 20260515170537.0 spa