The Art of Story-Telling

This practical manual lays out principles and techniques for oral story-telling aimed at teachers, librarians, and public performers. It addresses common difficulties in school and club settings, explains essentials of selection and delivery, and describes dramatic and vocal devices to engage listeners. The text warns against overloading stories with detail or explanation, advises on adapting material for different ages including older adults, and recommends how to sustain imaginative effect. Chapters include troubleshooting questions and answers and conclude with lists of stories and titles to illustrate the methods described.