Public Speaking (Second Edition)

Author: Li Yuanshou / Zou Kunshan (editors)
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: This book is one of the "Communication Studies Series." It is divided into two parts:
Part 1 covers the basic principles of public speaking, explaining concepts such as public speaking and the study of public speaking, types of speeches, speech preparation, prepared speeches versus impromptu speeches, the speaker's mastery of the audience, the art of speech delivery, the audience, and the art of hosting a speech event.
Part 2 provides a comprehensive analysis of public speaking, exploring the relationships between public speaking and information, thinking, logic, aesthetics, and other factors.
At the end, it includes "Analysis of Excellent Speeches from China and the World" and "A Panorama of Chinese and International Orators and Eloquence," offering theoretical and practical guidance for speakers to further improve their public speaking skills.
This book is suitable for a broad readership and can also serve as a textbook for public speaking courses in higher education institutions.