Abraham Lincoln's First Inaugural Address stands as a seminal piece of American political literature, offering a powerful insight into the turbulent times leading up to the Civil War.

The president's inaugural address opens a window out to both the Administration and the State of the Union. This collection features the voices of 20 Chief Executives, from Washington to Obama.

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Ronald C. White's compelling description of Lincoln's articulation of the nation's struggle and of the suffering of all -- North, South, soldier, slave -- offers new insight into Lincoln's own hard-won victory over doubt, and his promise of ...

An anecdotal history looks at the celebrations, fashions, ceremonies, and events that marked each presidential inauguration from Washington's election in 1789 to the 2001 gala.

Marking the first 100 days of the Barack Obama Administration, this official work from a collection of well-known photographers presents a lavish celebration of President Obama's inauguration.