Toasts and Forms of Public Address for Those Who Wish to Say the Right Thing in the Right Way
By William Pittenger
Length3h 39m
About this audiobook
In "Toasts and Forms of Public Address for Those Who Wish to Say the Right Thing in the Right Way," William Pittenger provides a comprehensive guide to the art of public speaking and social grace. This work is a treasure trove of oratory techniques and examples, blending practical advice with the elegance of 19th-century literary style. Pittenger's text reflects the Victorian fascination with decorum and propriety, as he includes a plethora of toasts and phrases that encapsulate both sentiment and sophistication, tailored for various occasions. Each section serves both as a model for competent speech-making and a reflection of the societal norms of his time, demonstrating the importance of rhetoric in personal and professional interactions. William Pittenger, a noted figure in 19th-century American literature and oratory, held a deep appreciation for the power of words to inspire and connect individuals. His varied experiences as a clergyman and public servant informed his insights into the dynamics of human communication. Pittenger's scholarly pursuits and passion for eloquence undoubtedly motivated him to create this essential resource, aimed at elevating public discourse and enriching personal expressions. This book is highly recommended for anyone seeking to enhance their public speaking skills, from novices to seasoned speakers. Whether preparing for a wedding toast, a professional presentation, or any public address, readers will find invaluable tools within Pittenger's expertly crafted text. Immerse yourself in the wisdom of this classic work and learn to express yourself with confidence and poise.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★ 2.8 (27)
Includes Goodreads
GenreOther
Length3 hrs 39 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1INTRODUCTION
2AFTER-DINNER SPEECHES—ANCIENT AND MODERN
3THE VALUE OF A GOOD STORY AND HOW TO INTRODUCE IT.
4THE PURPOSE OF AFTER-DINNER SPEAKING
5SOME A B C DIRECTIONS FOR MAKING SPEECHES, TOASTS, AND RESPONSES
Show all chaptersShow less
6FOURTH OF JULY
7SOME ITEMS THAT WOULD BE APPROPRIATE IN RESPONDING TO THESE TOASTS.
8OUTLINE OF A SPEECH IN RESPONSE TO THE TOAST "THE DAY WE CELEBRATE"
9OUTLINE OF A SPREAD-EAGLE SPEECH IN A FOREIGN LAND
10OUTLINE OF A RESPONSE TO THE TOAST, "OUR COUNTRY"
11MEMORIAL DAY
12SKETCH OF A SPEECH IN RESPONSE TO THE TOAST, "OUR HONORED DEAD"
13OUTLINE OF A SPEECH BY CHAUNCEY M. DEPEW, ON A DECORATION [MEMORIAL] DAY.
14WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY
15APPROPRIATE TOASTS
16HUMOROUS RESPONSE BY BENJAMIN F. BUTLER TO THE TOAST, "OUR FOREFATHERS"
17CHRISTMAS
18APPROPRIATE TOASTS
19SPEECH-THOUGHTS
20SELECTED OUTLINE OP AN EFFECTIVE LITTLE CHRISTMAS SPEECH
21THANKSGIVING
22TOASTS
23THOUGHTS FOR A THANKSGIVING SPEECH
24SELECTED OUTLINE FOE A THANKSGIVING SPEECH
25PRESENTATION ADDRESSES
26ADDRESS OF WELCOME
27ADDRESS IN RESPONSE
28SPEECH FOR A WOODEN WEDDING
29BRIDEGROOM IN REPLY
30SENTIMENTS SUGGESTED BY A TOAST
31MISCELLANEOUS TOASTS
32HUMOROUS TOASTS.
33SPEECHES AT A DINNER GIVEN TO THE RELIGIOUS PRESS
34RESPONSE TO THE TOAST, "THE NAVY: OUR COUNTRY'S BEST WALL OF DEFENSE"
35A NOMINATING SPEECH
36SPEECH ACCEPTING A NOMINATION
37SPEECH IN A POLITICAL CANVASS
38SPEECH AFTER A POLITICAL VICTORY. SELECTED
39SPEECH AFTER A POLITICAL DEFEAT. SELECTED
40A CHAIRMAN'S OR PRESIDENT'S SPEECH
41A GENERAL OUTLINE FOE ALL OCCASIONS
421. INDEPENDENCE OF A MONOPOLY
432. EXPLANATION
443. RIDING A HOBBY
454. HOBSON'S CHOICE
465. WHEN TO BE SILENT
476. PAYING FOR YOUR WHISTLE
487. GOOSE-CHASE
498. THE PERPLEXED SAGE
509. QUICK THOUGHT
More from William Pittenger
Extempore Speech: How to Acquire and Practice ItWilliam Pittenger5h 59m$1 · $0.00
Famous Adventures and Prison Escapes of the Civil War (A Memoir)William Pittenger, A.E. Richards, Basil W. Duke, Orlando B. Willcox, Thomas H. Hines, Frank E. Moran, W.H. Shelton, John Taylor Wood, Anonymous9h 53m4.0 (29)$0.99 · $0.00
The Holy Bible - 1 SamuelKing James2h 13m4.8 (1.6K)$3 · $0.00
The American Standard Bible — The Gospel of MatthewMatthew3h 56m4.7 (3K)$2 · $0.00
Bad Fat Black GirlSesali Bowen6h 32m4.7 (2.8K)$24 · $0.00
The King James Audio Bible New Testament CompleteChristopher Glyn20h 2m4.7 (2.6K)$10 · $0.00
Faiths CheckbookCharles Spurgeon12h 44m4.7 (3.2K)$11 · $0.00
Ten Things I Wish You Knew About Your Child's Mental HealthDr. Billy Garvey4h 53m4.7 (2.4K)$20 · $0.00
Designing Terry Pratchett’s DiscworldPaul Kidby3h 52m4.7 (343)$20 · $0.00
The Lives of BrianBrian Johnson9h 45m4.6 (3.5K)$29 · $0.00
Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of LukeJ.C. Ryle27h 13m4.7 (536)$18 · $0.00
CrossroadsKaleb Dahlgren7h 56m4.6 (4.9K)$26 · $0.00
Across the RiverKent Babb11h 40m4.6 (927)$29 · $0.00
Brain Training for RidersAndrea Monsarrat Waldo5h 56m4.7 (550)$19 · $0.00
My Effin' LifeGeddy Lee17h 11m4.6 (13.1K)$40 · $0.00
Kings and PawnsHoward Bryant10h 9m4.6 (678)$29 · $0.00
The Elementia Chronicles #2: The New OrderSean Fay Wolfe11h 17m4.6 (841)$29 · $0.00
The ActsLuke2h 55m4.6 (19.7K)$12 · $0.00
New Testament - Easy NavigationWorld English Bible19h 35m4.6 (1.3K)$1.30 · $0.00
Woodcraft and Camping (Annotated)George Washington Sears3h 30m4.6 (1.2K)$1.99 · $0.00
The Hate U GiveAngie Thomas11h 50m4.5 (1.1M)$8 · $0.00
The King of AttoliaMegan Whalen Turner10h 23m4.5 (61.3K)$29 · $0.00
You may also like
The Little White BirdJames Matthew Barrie6h 54m3.8 (2K)$11 · $0.00
Totem and TabooSigmund Freud6h 19m4.0 (16.3K)$4.70 · $0.00
Bushido, the Soul of Japan (Annotated)Inazo Nitobe4h 12m4.4 (452)$1.99 · $0.00
Totem and TabooSigmund Freud6h 18m4.0 (15.1K)$0.60 · $0.00
Tales of the Jazz AgeF. Scott Fitzgerald8h 39m4.0 (11.3K)$6 · $0.00
The Aesop for Children (Annotated)Aesop4h 20m4.5 (12.3K)$2 · $0.00
Totem and TabooSigmund Freud7h 4m4.0 (24.4K)$1.20 · $0.00
Wessex TalesThomas Hardy8h 23m4.0 (3.2K)$24 · $0.00
Lives of the MusiciansKathleen Krull1h 57m4.1 (1.7K)$15
Dark Tales (Illustrated Edition)Nathaniel Hawthorne24h 22m4.0 (1.8K)$2 · $0.00
The Diary of Adam and EveMark Twain3h 51m4.0 (23.8K)$6 · $0.00
Sapphira and the Slave GirlWilla Cather7h 28m3.7 (5.2K)$2 · $0.00
The Blessing of a Skinned KneeWendy Mogel PhD8h 17m4.4 (7.2K)$17
The Legends of the Jews (Vol. 1-4) (Annotated)Louis Ginzberg53h 16m4.5 (426)$1.99 · $0.00
20+ Self-Help Classics CollectionNapoleon Hill, James Allen, Kahlil Gibran, Sun Tzu, Lao Tzu, Confucius, Benjamin Franklin, Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, Russell H. Conwell, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Florence Scovel Shinn, Charles F. Haanel, Wallace D. Wattles, Orison Swett Marden58h 46m4.5 (1K)$20 · $0.00
Bushido, the Soul of JapanInazo Nitobe3h 36m4.0 (13.9K)Free
Homo-Culture; Or, The Improvement of Offspring Through Wiser GenerationM. L. Holbrook5h3.4 (19)$2 · $0.00
You your dog and the horoscopeMargarita Arnal Moscardó3h 3m$9.30 · $0.00
Ancient, Curious, and Famous WillsVirgil M. Harris15h 58m4.0 (22)$2 · $0.00
Customs and Fashions of Old New EnglandAlice Morse Earle11h 47m4.0 (295)$23