Publisher's Synopsis
Public Speaking and Reading, a Treatise on Delivery: According to the Principles of the New Elocution is a book written by Edward Napoleon Kirby and first published in 1896. The book is a comprehensive guide to public speaking and reading, focusing on the art of delivery. The author provides detailed instructions on how to use the voice, body language, and gestures to effectively communicate with an audience. The book is based on the principles of the New Elocution, a method of teaching public speaking that was popular in the late 19th century. The author also includes exercises and examples to help readers improve their speaking and reading skills. This book is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to improve their public speaking abilities, whether they are a beginner or an experienced speaker.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.
