Simplified Elocution: A Comprehensive System of Vocal and Physical Gymnastics (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Edwin Gordon Lawrence

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0332995933 ISBN 13: 9780332995939

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Unlock the full power of your voice and presence with a time-tested system of vocal and physical training.

This edition presents a clear path to mastering elocution by blending vocal work with purposeful gesture. It emphasizes practical practice, gradual skill-building, and the idea that true oratory blends sound with movement for a lasting impression. The text encourages students to find their own voice, develop breath control, and cultivate expressiveness through both voice and body.

This book frames elocution as a combined art of vocal gymnastics and physical movement. It guides readers through the essentials of breathing, tone, and articulation, then expands to posture, gestures, and stage presence. Exercises are designed to strengthen the instrument and the actor within, with a practical focus on consistency, ease, and authentic expression.

• Learn how to breathe, support, and shape your voice for clarity and impact.
• Explore how gesture and movement reinforce spoken words and meaning.
• Discover step-by-step exercises that build confidence on the platform or stage.
• Practice color and nuance in speech to bring writing to life through sound and sight.

Ideal for readers seeking a structured approach to public speaking, performance, or effective communication in everyday life.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0332995933
• ISBN 13: 9780332995939
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 242