The American Union Speaker
Exploring American Oratory and Literary TraditionBy John D. Philbrick
Length20h 47m
About this audiobook
In "The American Union Speaker," John D. Philbrick presents a rich compilation of oratory selections that effectively showcase the art of public speaking in the 19th-century American context. The book serves as both a practical guide and an anthology, offering a diverse range of speeches from historical figures, politicians, and literary greats, all reflecting the intense socio-political climate of the time. Philbrick'Äôs literary style balances elegant prose with actionable insights, providing not only a means for enhancing rhetorical skills but also a lens through which to examine the evolving ideals of American society. John D. Philbrick, a noted educator and advocate for the improvement of public speaking, leveraged his extensive background in education and oratory to curate this influential collection. His commitment to fostering effective communication paralleled the democratic ideals of his era, seeking to arm individuals with the tools necessary for civic engagement. This endeavor is rooted in the belief that skilled oratory is essential for the flourishing of democracy, reflecting Philbrick's own experiences in teaching and public discourse. I wholeheartedly recommend "The American Union Speaker" to anyone interested in the historical foundations of American rhetoric, educators looking to enhance their curriculum, and aspiring speakers seeking a thorough understanding of the traditions of persuasive communication. This book not only serves as an invaluable resource for honing one's oratorical skills but also offers a profound exploration of the sentiments that shaped a nation.
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length20 hrs 47 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 16, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1ENTERED ACCORDING TO ACT OF CONGRESS, IN THE YEAR 1865, BY: PREFACE.
26XVIII.
2INTRODUCTORY REMARKS ON DECLAMATION.
27XIX.
3I. THAT WHICH IS MECHANICAL.
28XX.
4EXPRESSION
29XXI.
5GESTURE.
30XXIII.
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6DECLAMATION.
31XXIV.
7BOOK FIRST.
32XXV.
8BOOK FIRST.
33XXVI.
9I. THE NOBLE PURPOSES OF ELOQUENCE.
34XXVII.
10II.
35XXVIII.
11III.
36XXIX.
12IV.
37XXX.
13V.
38XXXI.
14VI.
39XXXII.
15VII.
40XXXIII.
16VIII.
41XXXIV.
17IX.
42XXXV.
18X.
43XXXVI.
19XI.
44XXXVII.
20XII.
45XXXVIII.
21XIII.
46XXXIX.
22XIV.
47XL.
23XV.
48XLI.
24XVI.
49XLII.
25XVII.
50XLIII.
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