Speech-Making: Explicit Instructions for the Building and Delivery of Speeches

Edwin Gordon Lawrence

ISBN 10: 1331386152 / ISBN 13: 9781331386155

Published by Forgotten Books, 2022

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book explores the intricacies of crafting effective speeches, delving into their construction, delivery, and persuasive techniques. Rooted firmly within oratorical traditions, the author draws upon the powerful speeches of historical figures like Brutus, Marc Antony, and the Apostle Paul to illustrate the essential elements of speech-making. Through their masterful analyses, readers gain insight into the strategies employed by these orators to captivate audiences and incite action, exploring the timeless principles of rhetoric and argumentation. By examining the framework, style, and content of these speeches, the book not only provides a practical guide to speech-making but also offers a deeper understanding of the rhetorical landscape that has shaped history and continues to influence our present-day discourse. 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.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Speech-Making: Explicit Instructions for the Building and Delivery of Speeches
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331386152
• ISBN 13: 9781331386155
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Public Speaking

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Synopsis

Master the art of speech with clear, practical steps you can use today.

ThisGuide to Speech-Making offers explicit instructions on building and delivering effective talks, illustrated by straightforward frameworks and real-world examples.

This nonfiction guide breaks down the essentials of crafting a speech into three parts: opening, body, and conclusion. It emphasizes concrete, verifiable facts, cohesive argument, and a strong closing that motivates action. The author shows how to choose a subject that fits the audience, frame ideas clearly, and “clinck” your points to make your argument stick.

• Learn a reliable three-part framework for any speech: opening, body, and conclusion.
• Discover how to select appropriate topics and tailor your message to your audience.
• See how to organize ideas with clear, evidence-based statements that lead to a persuasive finish.
• Gain practical tips for delivering with impact, including the power of vivid examples and one-worded reminders.

Ideal for students, professionals, teachers, or any speaker seeking clear, actionable guidance on constructing and delivering persuasive speeches.