James L. Ohlson / James LOhlson
Librería Samer Atenea
Librería Aciertas (Toledo)
Kálamo Books
Librería Perelló (Valencia)
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Donde los libros
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
''Outlines of the Art of Elocution'' is a book written by James L. Ohlson in 1883 that aims to provide readers with a comprehensive guide to the art of public speaking. The book covers various aspects of elocution, including voice control, pronunciation, articulation, and gesture. It also includes exercises and examples to help readers improve their skills in each of these areas. The book begins with an introduction to the importance of elocution in public speaking and the benefits it can bring to the speaker. It then proceeds to discuss the different elements of elocution, such as pitch, tone, volume, and rhythm, and how to use them effectively in speeches. The section on pronunciation and articulation covers the proper way to pronounce different sounds and words, as well as techniques for improving clarity and diction. The book also provides tips on how to avoid common speech errors, such as stuttering and mumbling. The section on gesture covers body language and how to use it to enhance a speech. The book discusses the importance of posture, facial expressions, and hand gestures, and provides examples of how to use these effectively. Overall, ''Outlines of the Art of Elocution'' is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their public speaking skills. It provides practical advice and exercises that can help readers become more confident and effective speakers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
