Wiley's Elocution And Oratory: Giving A Thorough Treatise On The Art Of Reading And Speaking (1869)

By Charles A. Wiley

Book Overview

Wiley's Elocution and Oratory: Giving a Thorough Treatise on the Art of Reading and Speaking is a comprehensive guide to the techniques of effective public speaking and reading. Written by Charles Albert Wiley and first published in 1869, this book provides a detailed overview of the principles of elocution and oratory, including the importance of posture, breathing, and voice control. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of public speaking, such as articulation, pronunciation, emphasis, and inflection. It also includes practical exercises and examples to help readers improve their skills and confidence in public speaking. Wiley's Elocution and Oratory is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their communication skills, whether for personal or professional reasons. It is also a fascinating glimpse into the history of public speaking and the art of rhetoric in the 19th century.Containing Numerous And Choice Selections Of Didactic, Humorous, And Dramatic Styles.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: 1120957095
• ISBN13: 9781120957092
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"