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Scott, Robert
1860
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Stiles, William Curtis
1851
1911
Stiles, William C.
Cyclopedia of illustrations for public speakers : $b Containing facts, incidents, stories, experiences, anecdotes, selections, etc., for illustrative purposes, with cross-references
$aNew York, NY :$bFunk and Wagnalls Company, $c1910, pubdate 1911.
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"Cyclopedia of Illustrations for Public Speakers" by Robert Scott and William C. Stiles is a collection of illustrative materials aimed at public speakers, compiled in the early 20th century. This resource offers a wide array of facts, anecdotes, stories, and experiences intended to enhance speeches and presentations. It is designed to serve clergymen, educators, and anyone engaged in public speaking by providing a toolkit for effective communication and motivational speaking. The opening of this volume sets the stage by discussing the importance of illustrations in enhancing understanding and engagement in public discourse. It emphasizes that effective illustrations serve as "windows" to the truth the speaker seeks to convey, citing various notable figures on the nature of illustration. The editors articulate their intent to compile fresh, relevant examples from extensive research across numerous sources, detailing how the collection includes both secular and religious illustrations. Additionally, it features a system of cross-referencing to enable speakers to find relevant materials quickly, demonstrating the volume’s practical approach to supporting effective oration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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