Rhetorical Public Speaking: Social Influence in the Digital Age

Book Details

• Author: Nathan Crick

• Publisher: Routledge

• Binding: Paperback

• Edition: 4

• Number of Pages: 164

• Release Date: 20-10-2022

• ISBN: 9781032289847

• Package Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.0 x 0.4 inches

• Languages: English

About The Book
In this innovative textbook, Nathan Crick explores the art of public speaking through the lens of the rhetorical canon. By examining the five classical elements of rhetoric—Invention, Arrangement, Style, Memory, and Delivery—this book provides readers with a comprehensive framework for crafting powerful and persuasive speeches.

Crick takes a unique approach by focusing on the adaptation of these elements to a multi-mediated environment, acknowledging the growing importance of digital platforms and multimedia in contemporary public speaking. This approach not only enhances traditional speaking techniques but also enables the development of speeches that resonate across various media channels.

The book is designed to help students and practitioners create speeches that are not only artful but also effective in engaging audiences across a range of settings, whether in person, online, or through hybrid media. With a focus on the integration of classic rhetorical principles and modern communication technologies, this text offers a relevant and forward-thinking approach to public speaking.

Ideal for students and those looking to hone their public speaking skills, Crick’s work is an essential guide to mastering the rhetorical craft in today’s media-driven world.