The Handbook Of Oratory: A Cyclopedia Of Authorities On Oratory As An Art And Of Celebrated Passages From The Best Orations (1901)

By William Vincent Byars and William Vincent 1857-1938 Byars

Book Overview

The Handbook of Oratory, written by William Vincent Byars and originally published in 1901, is a comprehensive guide to the art of public speaking. This cyclopedia is a collection of authoritative sources on oratory, including celebrated passages from the best orations. Byars draws from a wide range of historical and contemporary sources to provide readers with a thorough understanding of the principles and techniques of effective public speaking. The book covers topics such as the structure and style of speeches, the use of rhetorical devices, and the importance of delivery and body language. It also includes examples of famous speeches from notable figures such as Abraham Lincoln, Winston Churchill, and Martin Luther King Jr. The Handbook of Oratory is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their public speaking skills, whether for personal or professional purposes.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166337340
• ISBN13: 9781166337346
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 592 Pages
• Weight: 2.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"