Library of speeches
Learning on the examples is usually the best way.
In this Library of speeches, you can find the best speeches of all times, from the ancient Greek philosophers to contemporary politicians, activists and celebrities, again, in several languages.
7 BRILLIANT Nelson Mandela Speeches That Will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!
Nelson Mandela, a former President of South Africa and the "Father of the Nation", inspired the audience with his motivational speeches. (Examples: 1. Fight for equality, 2. Speak with convictions, 3. Prove them wrong,...
ENGLISH SPEECH | NELSON MANDELA: Freedom and Justice
Nelson’s Mandela speech, freedom and justice. Nelson Mandela was the first democratically elected president of South Africa. He had to shift the culture of a country after the end of the apartheid regime, which enforced...
In full: Rowan Atkinson on free speech
In this video, Rowan Atkinson discusses the importance of free speech, expressing concerns about stifling comedy. The British actor defends the right to criticise, mock, and satirise without fear of censorship,...
Demosthenes: Greatest Enemy of Philip of Macedon
Demosthenes (c.384-322 BC): An Athenian statesman and orator, he is best known for his "Philippics," a series of speeches warning against the growing power of Philip II of Macedon.
Pericles’ Funeral Oration
Pericles(c. 495-429 BC): One of the most influential leaders of Athens, best remembered for his promotion of the arts, literature and democracy. His "Funeral Oration" is one of the most famous speeches from antiquity,...
Cicero and the Secrets of Persuasive Oratory
This video unravels the timeless techniques employed by the Roman statesman and orator Cicero. Discover the artful mastery of rhetoric that Cicero utilised, shaping the essence of compelling and influential...