Selections For Reading And Elocution: A Handbook For Teachers And Students (1879)

""Selections For Reading And Elocution: A Handbook For Teachers And Students"" is a book written by Joseph Wadsworth Keene and published in 1879. The book is a comprehensive guide for teachers and students who want to improve their reading and elocution skills. It contains a wide range of literary selections, including poetry, prose, and drama, which are carefully chosen to help readers develop their ability to read and speak effectively.The book is divided into three parts. The first part focuses on the basics of reading and elocution, including pronunciation, emphasis, and expression. The second part provides a variety of literary selections that are suitable for reading aloud, with detailed instructions on how to deliver them effectively. The third part is a collection of plays and dialogues that are designed to help students develop their skills in acting and public speaking.Throughout the book, Keene emphasizes the importance of practice and repetition in developing good reading and elocution skills. He provides numerous exercises and drills that readers can use to improve their skills, and he also includes tips and advice on how to overcome common problems such as nervousness and stage fright.Overall, ""Selections For Reading And Elocution"" is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to improve their reading and speaking skills. It is a well-written and comprehensive guide that is suitable for both teachers and students, and it remains a useful reference for anyone interested in the art of elocution.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.