Speech Writing Techniques (Second Edition)

Author: Xie Lenhao, Editor-in-Chief
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Publishing Date: 2006-04-01
Features: Speech is originally so simple. Whenever we see speakers from different industries, ages, and levels, on squares, in classrooms, in courts, on streets, at banquets, or on radios, using their eloquence to passionately call out, their words like spring blossoms, we truly admire their composure, their demeanor, and their oratorical skills. They may shout loudly, advocating for reform policies; or discuss future prospects with eloquence; or be filled with fervor, praising the great motherland; or passionately condemn unhealthy trends; or meticulously analyze, elucidating life philosophies with vivid emotions and profound insights, leaving a lasting impression. Yes, we also have complete vocal organs and rich body language expressions. How could we not want to be like that? But after much pondering, we can't understand why the essence of speech is so difficult to grasp. We truly hope for a set of speech guidance materials that don't teach theory (theory is dull) or rules (rules are boring), but rather provide practical advice—perhaps even teaching us to start from scratch, from the smallest details of tone handling, body language expression, and writing methods. Out of this consideration, we took action. The three books before the readers—Techniques of Speech Tone Variation, Techniques of Speech Body Language Expression, and Techniques of Speech Writing—are the result of our long-term engagement in speech teaching and practice. They are the crystallization of condensed experience and lessons, practical guidance on applying speech techniques in practice. If readers choose the appropriate speech in the corresponding context and try its methods, they will surely think: Speech is originally so simple. Yes, the purpose of publishing these books is to help every speech enthusiast become someone who is at ease and skillful in all situations, and to achieve greater success through speech. Of course, we must not forget the authors of the exemplary speeches included in the books—it is they who have made our dreams come true! Speech is originally so simple. Whenever we see speakers from different industries, ages, and levels, on squares, in classrooms, in courts, on streets, at banquets, or on radios, using their eloquence to passionately call out, their words like spring blossoms, we truly admire their composure, their demeanor, and their oratorical skills. They may shout loudly, advocating for reform policies; or discuss future prospects with eloquence; or be filled with fervor, praising the great motherland; or passionately condemn unhealthy trends; or meticulously analyze, elucidating life philosophies with vivid emotions and profound insights, leaving a lasting impression. Yes, we also have complete vocal organs and rich body language expressions. How could we not want to be like that? But after much pondering, we can't understand why the essence of speech is so difficult to grasp. We truly hope for a set of speech guidance materials that don't teach theory (theory is dull) or rules (rules are boring), but rather provide practical advice—perhaps even teaching us to start from scratch, from the smallest details of tone handling, body language expression, and writing methods. Out of this consideration, we took action. The three books before the readers—Techniques of Speech Tone Variation, Techniques of Speech Body Language Expression, and Techniques of Speech Writing—are the result of our long-term engagement in speech teaching and practice. They are the crystallization of condensed experience and lessons, practical guidance on applying speech techniques in practice. If readers choose the appropriate speech in the corresponding context and try its methods, they will surely think: Speech is originally so simple. Yes, the purpose of publishing these books is to help every speech enthusiast become someone who is at ease and skillful in all situations, and to achieve greater success through speech. Of course, we must not forget the authors of the exemplary speeches included in the books—it is they who have made our dreams come true!