Publisher's Synopsis
Greening's Popular Reciter and the Art of Elocution and Public Speaking, published in 1904, is a guide to mastering the art of public speaking and recitation. Written by Ross Ferguson, the book is a comprehensive resource for anyone looking to improve their skills in this area. The book is divided into two parts. The first part is dedicated to elocution, which is the art of speaking clearly and effectively. It covers topics such as breathing, voice production, articulation, and pronunciation. The author provides practical exercises and tips for improving each of these areas.The second part of the book is focused on public speaking. It provides guidance on how to prepare and deliver speeches that are engaging and persuasive. The author covers topics such as selecting a topic, structuring a speech, and using effective body language. He also provides examples of famous speeches and analyzes what makes them effective.In addition to the practical advice, the book also includes a collection of popular recitations. These are poems and speeches that were popular at the time of publication and are still relevant today. The author provides guidance on how to recite these works effectively, including tips on tone, pacing, and emphasis.Overall, Greening's Popular Reciter and the Art of Elocution and Public Speaking is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their public speaking and recitation skills. It provides practical advice and examples that are still relevant today, over a century after its initial publication.Being Simple Explanations Of The Various Branches Of Elocution, Together With Lessons For Self-Instruction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
