Understanding Public Speaking: A Learner's Guide to Persuasive Oratory

This book provides insights and techniques for effective public speaking and persuasive discourse, drawing on examples from powerful orators in history and covering various approaches to public speaking. It is a valuable resource for aspiring professionals in fields such as civil service, law, business, and politics, as well as scholars of linguistics and political and business communication.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 136 pages
Publication date: 10 May 2019
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Public speaking is a highly sought-after yet challenging art form. This book serves as a comprehensive guide, showcasing the application of diverse linguistic devices and persuasive strategies through examples drawn from the speeches of renowned orators throughout history. It systematically explores various approaches to public speaking and persuasive discourse, offering fresh insights and techniques.

The volume:

Delves into the intricacies of persuasive oratory.

Based on extensive research of a comprehensive corpus of famous public speeches across history.

Primarily aimed at individuals seeking to enhance their public speaking abilities.

This volume will serve as a valuable resource for aspiring civil servants, lawyers, business and corporate professionals, as well as politicians. It will also hold significant interest for scholars of linguistics and political and business communication.

Weight: 236g
Dimension: 234 x 170 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367222734