I found this book to be engrossing and thought-provoking. Setting the scene in the country and laying out the pasts and careers of Baldwin and Buckley to give context to the speeches - not only the points of view expressed, but also the manner in which each man articulated his argument and approached the subject matter. I am eager now to read more of Baldwin's works. Aspects of the current political situation have been illuminated for me by this book, as well.