Ted Kennedy, the Eulogist

The eulogies rolling out for Ted Kennedy are unlikely to be as eloquent and beautifully rendered as the ones he delivered throughout his life. Kennedy biographer Adam Clymer shows how the late senator from Massachusetts was a master of the form.

Published Aug. 25 2009 9:47PM EDT

The tributes are pouring in, from presidents, statesmen, senators, and journalists.

In a few days, there will be formal eulogies at his funeral. Those speakers will have a special task—not just of capturing the greatness of Edward M.

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