Mastering Public Speaking - Softcover

Grice, George L.; Skinner, John F.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0205270921 ISBN 13: 9780205270927

Publisher: Allyn & Bacon, 1997

Synopsis

"Offering an ideal balance of theory and skills, this book provides a solid grounding in the how's and why's of public speaking, placing particular emphasis on critiquing, ethics, and critical thinking." Written in a casual, lively style and clearly organized, this edition of Mastering Public Speaking builds on its previous success. The fourth edition retains its popular and distinctive emphasis on the ethical contract between speaker and listener and on the value of critiquing speeches to improve your own skills. Learn how to think critically as you choose speech topics, conduct research, organize content, select language, manage nervousness, and deliver speeches." For anyone interested in Public Speaking.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Key Benefit: Effective public speaking is a necessary requirement for anyone in today's business world. From presentations to interviews, people need to clearly communicate with each other. The third edition of this book emphasizes the ethical contract between speaker and listener. Key Topics: This book guides readers through the often painful process of speechmaking with a casual and engaging style. Interviews offer insights into the thoughts and decision-making process required for effective public speaking. Market: This book is ideal for anyone who has to speak publicly at any time during their working or personal lives.

About this edition

• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0205270921
• ISBN 13: 9780205270927
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 446