The Wit and Humor of America, Volume I. (of X.) by Various
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page 252 of 259 (97%)
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FUNK & WAGNALLS COMPANY, Publishers NEW YORK AND LONDON How to ARGUE AND WIN IN CONVERSATION, IN SALESMANSHIP, IN COMMITTEE-MEETINGS, IN JURY CASES, IN THE PULPIT, ON THE ROSTRUM, IN DEBATING SOCIETIES. By GRENVILLE KLEISER _Author of "How to Speak in Public," etc._ In this book will be found definite suggestions for training the mind in accurate thinking and in the power of clear and effective statement. It is the outcome of many years of experience in teaching men "to think on their feet." The aim throughout is practical, and the ultimate end is a knowledge of successful argumentation. CONTENTS Introductory--Truth and Facts--Clearness and Conciseness--The Use of Words--The Syllogism--Faults--Personality--The Lawyer--The Business Man--The Preacher--The Salesman--The Public Speaker--Brief-Drawing--The Discipline of Debate--Tact--Cause and |
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