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The Golden Age Of American Oratory

The Golden Age Of American Oratory

Parker, Edward G.

Paperback

Writing InstructionFiction AnthologiesRegional: Middle Atlantic

ISBN10: 116379743X
ISBN13: 9781163797433
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 444
Weight: 1.30
Height: 0.90 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Golden Age of American Oratory is a comprehensive book written by Edward G. Parker that explores the history of public speaking in the United States during the 19th century. The book covers the period from the early 1800s to the turn of the 20th century, a time when public speaking was a highly respected and popular form of communication.Parker examines the speeches of some of the most prominent orators of the time, including Daniel Webster, Henry Clay, and Abraham Lincoln, and analyzes their rhetorical techniques and styles. He also delves into the social and political context in which these speeches were given, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the issues and events that shaped American history.The book is divided into chapters that focus on different aspects of American oratory, such as the rise of the Lyceum movement, the impact of the Civil War on public speaking, and the role of women in the field of oratory. Throughout the book, Parker offers insights into the art of public speaking and how it evolved during this period.Overall, The Golden Age of American Oratory is a fascinating read for anyone interested in American history, public speaking, or the art of persuasion. It offers a unique perspective on an important era in American culture and provides valuable lessons for anyone looking to improve their own public speaking skills.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.

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