A Manual Of Debate And Oral Discussion: For Schools, Societies And Clubs (1920) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436965248)

""A Manual of Debate and Oral Discussion: For Schools, Societies and Clubs"" is a book written by James Milton O'Neill and originally published in 1920. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of debate and public speaking, aimed at students, societies, and clubs. The manual is divided into three main sections. The first section covers the basics of debate, including the rules of debate, the importance of preparation, and the different types of arguments. The second section focuses on oral discussion, including the art of persuasion, the use of evidence, and the importance of logical reasoning. The final section of the book provides practical advice on how to organize and conduct debates, including tips on how to choose topics, how to structure arguments, and how to deliver effective speeches.Throughout the book, O'Neill provides numerous examples and exercises to help readers develop their skills in debate and oral discussion. He also includes a number of sample debates and speeches, as well as a glossary of key terms and concepts.Overall, ""A Manual of Debate and Oral Discussion"" is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their public speaking and debating skills. Its clear and concise presentation of the key principles of debate and oral discussion make it an ideal guide for students, societies, and clubs.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.

Author: James Milton O'Neill
ISBN-10: 1436965241
ISBN-13: 9781436965248
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 08/18/2008
Pages: 320
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.41lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d