A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents

Project GutenbergProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

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389K words
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39

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English Originals World HistoryPolitics Historical DocumentsState GovernancePresidential PapersPolitical SystemPower GameCivic AwarenessPolicy AnalysisAnthology CompilationConcise CompilationSocial Observation

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Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today. A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents by James D. Richardson. Author: , Language: English. Class: J: Political science. Release Date: Jan 1, 2004

Editor's review

This book is a compilation of the messages and papers of U.S. presidents, edited by James D. Richardson. It is a public-domain eBook from Project Gutenberg, in English, classified under political science. Its value lies in gathering presidential official messages, letters, and papers in one place, providing primary material for studying American political history, constitutional practice, and public expression. As a documentary compilation, it is not a continuous historical narrative but a collection of documents for searching, comparison, and citation, best consulted with specific questions in mind. When reading, pay attention to the historical context and editorial conventions of the texts, and avoid simply equating messages from different periods with contemporary policy. For readers who need original English documents, it is a convenient public resource; for casual readers, its length and style may present a barrier.

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  1. Start with the table of contents and editorial notes, and locate the needed documents by presidential term or topic.
  2. Select readings based on specific research questions; there is no need to read from beginning to end.
  3. When citing, verify the date and edition information of the messages and note the source.
  4. Read alongside general American history works to understand the historical background of the documents.

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Contents

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What does this book contain? It is a compilation of the messages and papers of U.S. presidents, gathering presidential official messages, letters, and other documents; see the edition and table of contents listed on the Project Gutenberg page for the exact scope.
Is it suitable for reading from beginning to end? Not really. This book is a documentary compilation, and its style and length make it better suited for consulting, selective reading, and citation by topic or presidential term rather than continuous reading as a narrative.
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