Cengage Advantage Books: Essentials of Public Speaking
- ISBN13: 9780495504245
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Packed with sample speeches illustrating what to do–as well as plenty of examples detailing what not to do–this value-priced public speaking text equips you with the essential skills and theories needed to become an effective public speaker. ESSENTIALS OF PUBLIC SPEAKING delivers abundant practical advice and also offers intriguing discussions on the role of ethics in public speaking as well as up-to-date coverage on effectively using technology in speech development and delivery. A strong emp
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Review by Mario Pais for Cengage Advantage Books: Essentials of Public Speaking
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Review by Trilogy Poetry Review for Cengage Advantage Books: Essentials of Public Speaking
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This book was required for a speech class I took. The book is very interesting and has a lot of techniques to make a speech effective. I really like the sections on “Preparing Your Speech” and “Presenting Your Speech.” They were actually the best. There are some great examples of how communication affects the environment and the speaker. The sequential process of writing and delivering a speech is packed with some excellent principles and suggestions. This is an excellent book for preparing and delivering a speech; building confidence to speak, and to develop credibility with the audience. This is an excellent book for speakers and potential speakers. It has helped me with poetry presentations and speaking engagements.
Another great book to read is “Trilogy Moments for the Mind, Body and Soul.” This book introduces the new “Epulaeryu” poetic form, and it’s also filled with great inspirational poems to stimulate the mind, body and soul.
Review by JCH for Cengage Advantage Books: Essentials of Public Speaking
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Saved me couple bucks compared to buying it at school. Saved me money so I give it 5 stars!
Review by S. Robbins for Cengage Advantage Books: Essentials of Public Speaking
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I purchased this book new for school. I have sent an e-mail to Amazon stating that I did not receive the pass code for this book. I now have to pay $20.00 for this pass code (the price I paid for the book). I am not happy with the no response to my e-mail. At this point I would not recommended Amazon’s service to my family or friends.
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Review by J. Juarez for Cengage Advantage Books: Essentials of Public Speaking
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I had to read this textbook for an Individual Communication Studies course during summer school. As this was my first comms class (from which the title has told you) my review on this textbook is limited.
PROS:
(1) The chapters are relatively short in length averaging 25-30 pages each; other textbooks I’ve had/seen have 50+ page chapters.
(2) The main attribute that exemplifies this textbook’s strength is the companion website. The included URL provides… vocabulary flashcards, crossword puzzles, chapter quizzes, as well as other additional resources.
CONS:
(1) There is an immense amount of information that I believe is too condensed/rushed together.
CONCLUSION:
With the website in mind this textbook is a great tool for a first time comms student. However, bear in mind that I have only taken one comms course myself and I have no other comms textbooks to compare it to improve this review.