Speechcraft: An Introduction to Public Speaking

by Brent C. Oberg

Book Overview

The craft of public speaking is best learned by doing, rendering many speech texts either too theoretical or too bland for effective use in the typical classroom. This quality book provides students with enough theory and information to learn basic speech techniques, while emphasizing practical exercises and activities. Oberg has taught speech and coached forensics at the junior high, high school, and university levels. He brings his comprehensive...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1566080061
• ISBN13: 9781566080064
• Release Date: October 1994
• Publisher: Meriwether Publishing
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Wow. I mean, wow.

Without this book I would have never suceeded in speech the way that I have. Not only did I recieve an A in the class, but I took first place at a prestigious local championship. It not only assists you in technique, but it also is reletively entertaining!

Not just another boring guide to speaking

This book really helped me out. It's not another really boring books on public speaking. It actually is interesting, and I got good grades on my speeches after reading this book. I also recommend the author's other book that is geared towards forensics competitions if you compete.

It kept me awake all night

Using this book, I learned the basics of competitive speaking and got an "A" in my speech class. I highly recommend this book to any high school student who wants to do well in a forensics class.