Oxford dictionary of political quotations

Meer over het boek

This thought-provoking and fascinating collection has been newly enlarged and updated. From Machiavelli to Nelson Mandela, Antony Jay has curated words and ideas that have shaped our world. The new edition includes quotations from significant events such as the 9/11 attacks, the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, the European Union upheavals, George W. Bush's re-election, and the British Labour government's historic third term. It also details the gaffes and back-biting that characterize political infighting. Misquotations, slogans, and other categories are organized for easier access, complemented by an extensive index to help trace half-remembered phrases. Essential reading for politicians, journalists, writers, and anyone interested in quotations, modern politics, or political history. Notable quotes include Tony Blair's "I can only go one way. I've not got a reverse gear," George Galloway's remark about Saddam Hussein, John Howard's quip on leadership, Henry Kissinger's question about Europe, William McChesney Martin Jr.'s analogy on the Federal Reserve, and Lord Salisbury's insight on secrets.