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Author Pittenger, William, 1840-1904
Title Toasts and Forms of Public Address for Those Who Wish to Say the Right Thing in the Right Way
Note Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Toasts and Forms of Public Address for Those Who Wish to Say the Right Thing in..." by William Pittenger is a practical guide on public speaking, likely produced in the late 19th century. This work focuses on the art of creating effective toasts and speeches suitable for various social occasions, including celebrations, weddings, and formal dinners. The book aims to empower novices with strategies for delivering engaging speeches, providing templates and anecdotes for use in both personal and public speaking scenarios. The opening of the book introduces the author's purpose, emphasizing the need for guidance in making enjoyable speeches, particularly for individuals who may feel nervous or inexperienced when called upon to speak in public settings. It explains how the book serves as a manual for crafting toasts and responses, drawing from historical practices and offering practical examples. Pittenger highlights the importance of preparation, confidence, and humor in after-dinner speeches, underscoring that even those who may struggle with public speaking can succeed by following straightforward principles and utilizing the suggested formats and anecdotes shared throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Subject Speeches, addresses, etc.
Subject Toasts
Subject Anecdotes
Category Text
EBook-No. 7427
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 13, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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