Great Speeches: Great Speeches: Timeless Oratory and Persuasive CommunicationPrabhat Prakashan, 1912 M01 1 - 391 pages Great Speeches by Grenville Kleiser: In this compelling anthology, Grenville Kleiser curates a collection of powerful and influential speeches delivered by renowned leaders and orators throughout history. From political addresses to inspirational sermons, the book showcases the eloquence and persuasive power of these great speeches. Kleiser's commentary and analysis provide valuable context and insight into the rhetorical techniques employed by the speakers, making "Great Speeches" a valuable resource for students of public speaking and anyone interested in the art of persuasive communication. Key Aspects of the Book "Great Speeches": Grenville Kleiser was an American author, educator, and public speaker known for his works on effective communication and public speaking. Born in 1868, Kleiser's dedication to teaching the art of persuasive speech and writing earned him a reputation as an authority in the field. Through "Great Speeches," he pays homage to the orators who have left a lasting impact through their words, inspiring and empowering others to master the art of communication. |
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... argument . Besides he had a weakness and a stammering in his voice , and a want of breath , which caused such a distraction in his discourse that it was difficult for the audience to understand him . At last , upon his quitting the ...
... arguments that , like camp - followers , swell the number and the noise without bearing a part in the organ- ization , " he avoids giving expression to a single superfluous thought . Naturalness in public speaking is power expressing ...
... arguments should be arranged with due regard to their natural order and importance . Familiar thoughts will be presented first , and if the facts are prop- erly stated with direct reference to the conclusion , the statement of a formal ...
... arguments of Chief Justice Marshal and those of Alexander Hamilton . Read them , study them , and observe with what an omnipotent sweep of thought they range over the whole field of every subject they take in hand , and that with a ...
... argument . It acts in favor of a speaker , too , if he convey at the very outset the impression of modesty . An apology , however , is the worst prolog . It was the custom of some ancient orators to assume a mod- est demeanor in ...