Includes bibliographical references (p. 398-407) and index

Speaking in public -- Listening -- Speech topic and purpose -- Audience and speaking environment -- Supporting materials -- Developing and supporting ideas -- Reasoning -- Organization and outlining -- Introductions and conclusions -- Language -- Delivery -- Presentation aides -- Informative speaking

Describes how to deliver a speech in different situations, with considerations of the art of listening, topic selection, audience, speech components, types of speeches, and visual aids.