Foundations of Expression: Studies and Problems for Developing the Voice, Body, and Mind in Reading and Speaking (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

S. S. Curry

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0332840921 ISBN 13: 9780332840925

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2024

Synopsis

Unlock the inner mechanics of expressive speaking

In this classic guide, the author explains how delivery goes beyond words to include tone, body, and breath. Learn how inner feeling becomes outward expression and why genuine possession matters for clear, natural communication.

Drawing on practical exercises and thoughtful guidance, the book shows how to connect mental actions with vocal and physical expression. It emphasizes that true delivery comes from within, not from imitation or rigid rules, and it presents a program of problems designed to develop the right habits safely for both class and private study.

Readers will discover how to recognize and cultivate the unprinted elements of speech—tone color, inflection, pauses, and posture—so that expression feels authentic and alive. The material is framed to help teachers guide students toward discipline, self-awareness, and deeper communication skills.

• How words, tone, and gesture work together to convey meaning.
• Ways to develop voice distribution, breath support, and natural resonance.
• Strategies for using problems to stimulate thinking, feeling, and expressive control.
• Tips for avoiding artificial delivery and fostering genuine expression.

Ideal for readers seeking a structured approach to expressive reading and speaking, suitable for students and teachers alike.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0332840921
• ISBN 13: 9780332840925
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 322