About This Book
The book presents practical instruction and exercises for developing public speaking skills. It surveys the history of oratory and studies model speeches, offering extracts and lesson material for reading and declamation practice. It gives guidance on building mental power, self-confidence, personality, and delivery techniques, including speaking without notes and making effective impromptu speeches, while explaining methods of argumentation and persuasion. Supplementary material includes examples, humorous selections, sermon models, mail-course guidance, and collections of useful phrases to support speakers and writers in preparing and polishing speeches.
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