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Sir Winston Churchill was a British statesman, orator, and author who, as prime minister, rallied the British people during World War II and led Britain to an allied victory. Churchill's "bulldog" spirit seemed to summarise the mood of the British people even during the bad times, such as Dunkirk, and the inspirational victories, such as the Battle of Britain. His was a brilliant mind, full of wit and intelligence; his oratory brilliance and his admirable style led him to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1953.

The Crossing is a sweeping historical saga set before and after the American Revolution. Following pioneers as they push westward into Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois, this novel is filled with battles against the British, encounters in New Orleans, and the struggle to claim a new frontier. A bestselling novel of its time, The Crossing captures the spirit of early American expansion.

Step back in time and witness the power of oratory with 'Historic Speeches from the 1930s to 1980s,' a captivating collection that spans pivotal moments in history and showcases the voices of some of the most influential figures of the 20th century. From trailblazing aviators to legendary athletes, political leaders, civil rights activists, and cultural icons, this anthology offers a window into the past through the words of those who shaped it.

Sir Winston Churchill fue un estadista, orador y autor británico que como primer ministro movilizó al pueblo británico durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial y llevó a Gran Bretaña a una victoria aliada. El espíritu "bulldog" de Churchill parecía resumir el estado de ánimo del pueblo británico incluso en los malos tiempos, como Dunkerque, y las inspiradoras victorias, como la Batalla de Bretaña. Su mente era brillante, llena de ingenio e inteligencia; su brillantez oratoria y su admirable estilo le llevaron a ganar el Premio Nobel de Literatura en 1953.

Familiarícese con los escritores más importantes del siglo XX a través de una cuidadosa selección de 600 citas que introducen sus principales ideas y delinean la estructura de su trabajo con claridad. Descubra nuevos aspectos o profundice en los pensamientos de Ana Frank, Antoine de Saint Exupéry, Khalil Gibran, Oscar Wilde, Stefan Zweig, Winston Churchill, para expandir su mente y conocimiento sobre nuestra cultura.