Sharpen your high‑school writing with practical, real‑world focus .
This fourth-year edition centers on public speaking, argument, and clear communication, helping students turn ideas into confident, polished prose and speeches.
This volume builds on a foundation of description, narration, and exposition, then expands into logic, persuasion, debating, and oratory. It emphasizes practical skills over theory, using concrete exercises drawn from successful speakers of history to modern times. Readers will work on spelling, punctuation, syntax, and usage as they learn to express themselves with precision and ease. The book is designed to inspire originality while providing structured guidance for effective communication in school, work, and civic life.
Ideal for readers planning college or entering the workforce, this edition also supports teachers with a clear pathway for classroom progression and skill-building.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an accessible and engaging examination of public speaking. It explores the evolution of public discourse, from ancient Greek orators to contemporary politicians, demonstrating how its techniques have shaped historical events and influenced societal norms. By analyzing iconic speeches and examining the rhetorical devices employed by effective speakers, the author illuminates the power of language to persuade, inspire, and unite. Through its exploration of the art of rhetoric, this book offers insights into the ways in which public speaking has shaped the course of human history and continues to play a vital role in shaping public opinion and decision -making. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259554219_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780259554219
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780259554219
Quantity: 15 available