Publisher's Synopsis
Taylor's Popular Recitations is a book of recitations compiled by Herbert H. Taylor and originally published in 1903. The book contains a wide variety of poems, speeches, and other pieces that are suitable for recitation in public or private settings. The selections range from classic works by Shakespeare and Longfellow to more contemporary pieces by Rudyard Kipling and Robert Louis Stevenson. Many of the pieces are intended for children, but there are also selections that will appeal to adults. The book includes helpful notes on pronunciation and delivery, as well as suggestions for appropriate gestures and expressions. Overall, Taylor's Popular Recitations is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their public speaking skills or simply to enjoy some great literature.Containing Gems Of James Whitcomb Riley, Ella Wheeler Wilcox, Eugene Field, Etc.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.