Ronald Reagan's presidency was a turning point in the American experience. It respresented a return to personal empowerment and American leadership in the world community. During his tenure as President the country saw the end of crippling inflation, greatly improved economic growth and unparalleled technological achievement. The American people also experienced the end of Ronald Reagan's presidency was a turning point in the American experience. It respresented a return to personal empowerment and American leadership in the world community. During his tenure as President the country saw the end of crippling inflation, greatly improved economic growth and unparalleled technological achievement. The American people also experienced the end of the Cold War, the loss of the space shuttle Challenger and the embassy bombing in Beirut. Throughout each of these President Reagan was there with his finger on the pulse of American concerns and words of wisdom to guide the country. Bestowed the mantle of "The Great Communicator" by historians and the media alike, President Reagan's speeches resonated with people around world regardless of citizenship, ideology or political party. Beginning with his first inaugural speech in which he called for a return to personal responsibility, this book captures the most memorable speeches and allows the reader to study and relive the eloquence of one of America's highest regarded political leaders. Experience the passion of the speech at Brandenburg Gate, where Reagan beseeched Gorbachev to tear down the Berlin Wall and much more.