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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... thought is strengthened by the addi- tion of those 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 ...
... thought desirable , it may be said I am , in height , six feet four inches , nearly ; lean in flesh , weighing on an average one hundred and eighty pounds ; dark complexion , with coarse black hair and gray eyes . No other marks or ...
... thought and feeling , to the effective de- livery of his message . The value of personal character in the speaker is em- phasized in the phrase , " What you are prevents me from hearing what you say . " What an audience may know about a ...
... thoughts , to determine the kind of ideas he will harbor in his mind , and , moreover , he can concentrate upon defi- nite subjects and direct his mental powers in the pursuit of clear and definite objects . To become a great speaker a ...
... thought nor an equal beauty and polish of diction . Many thought the speeches of John Bright superior , if considered as fine pieces of English . Mr. Gladstone , however , possest three great gifts of the parlia- mentary orator . He had ...