Select Recitations, Orations, and Dramatic Scenes, With Actions and Emphasis: An Elocutionary Manual, Containing 100 Selections From the Leading ... Directions for Their Correct, Graceful, and I - Softcover

Christopher Joseph Birbeck

 
9780259416609: Select Recitations, Orations, and Dramatic Scenes, With Actions and Emphasis: An Elocutionary Manual, Containing 100 Selections From the Leading ... Directions for Their Correct, Graceful, and I

Synopsis

This book is a comprehensive selection of 100 speeches, orations, poems, and dramatic scenes, each paired with step-by-step instructions to enable novice and veteran actors alike to emulate the passions and emotions of renowned historical figures, authors, and characters. The book is divided into two parts: Poetry, and Prose. Within these sections, the author has provided an array of famous and beloved works by legendary figures such as Patrick Henry, Winston Churchill, Martin Luther King, Jr., and William Shakespeare. Beyond the practical guidance and instruction, the author delves into the literary and historical significance of each piece, discussing the ideas, philosophies, and events that shaped their creation. The reader will learn about the author's intent, the historical context, and the impact of these works on society. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in public speaking and drama, and offers a rare opportunity to understand the artistry and power of words in shaping history and culture.

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9780365023616: Select Recitations, Orations, and Dramatic Scenes, With Actions and Emphasis: An Elocutionary Manual, Containing 100 Selections From the Leading ... Directions for Their Correct, Graceful, and I

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ISBN 10:  0365023612 ISBN 13:  9780365023616
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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