The Big Book of Beastly Mispronunciations

The Big Book of Beastly Mispronunciations
Author: Charles Harrington Elster
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 548
Release: 2006
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9780618423156
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The definitive pronouncement on more than 1,500 of our most commonly mispronounced words. From the language maven Charles Harrington Elster comes an authoritative and unapologetically opinionated look at American speech. As Elster points out, there is no sewer in connoisseur, no dip in diphthong, and no pronoun in pronunciation. The culmination of twenty years of observation and study, The Big Book of Beastly Mispronunciations is more than just a pronunciation guide. Elster discusses past and present usage, alternatives, analogies, and tendencies and offers plenty of advice, none of it objective. Whether you are adamant or ambivalent about the spoken word, Elster arms you with the information you need to decide what is acceptable for you. The Big Book of Beastly Mispronunciations has now been expanded and revised and features nearly 200 new words, including: al-Qaeda bruschetta commensurate coup de grace curriculum vita exacerbate gigabyte hara-kiri machismo Muslim Niger Pinochet Pulitzer sorbet tinnitus w (as in www-dot) and many, many more. Charles Harrington Elster is the pronunciation editor of Black's Law Dictionary and the author of various books about language, including Verbal Advantage, There's a Word for It, and What in the Word? He has been a guest columnist on language for the Boston Globe and the New York Times Magazine and a commentator on NPR and hundreds of radio shows around the country.

The Rotarian

The Rotarian
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Total Pages: 56
Release: 1931-03
Genre:
ISBN:
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Established in 1911, The Rotarian is the official magazine of Rotary International and is circulated worldwide. Each issue contains feature articles, columns, and departments about, or of interest to, Rotarians. Seventeen Nobel Prize winners and 19 Pulitzer Prize winners – from Mahatma Ghandi to Kurt Vonnegut Jr. – have written for the magazine.

Main Street Public Library

Main Street Public Library
Author: Wayne A. Wiegand
Publisher: University of Iowa Press
Total Pages: 261
Release: 2011-10-02
Genre: History
ISBN: 1609380681
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The United States has more public libraries than it has McDonald’s restaurants. By any measure, the American public library is a heavily used and ubiquitous institution. Popular thinking identifies the public library as a neutral agency that protects democratic ideals by guarding against censorship as it makes information available to people from all walks of life. Among librarians this idea is known as the “library faith.” But is the American public library as democratic as it appears to be? In Main Street Public Library, eminent library historian Wayne Wiegand studies four emblematic small-town libraries in the Midwest from the late nineteenth century through the federal Library Service Act of 1956, and shows that these institutions served a much different purpose than is so often perceived. Rather than acting as neutral institutions that are vital to democracy, the libraries of Sauk Centre, Minnesota; Osage, Iowa; Rhinelander, Wisconsin; and Lexington, Michigan, were actually mediating community literary values and providing a public space for the construction of social harmony. These libraries, and the librarians who ran them, were often just as susceptible to the political and social pressures of their time as any other public institution. By analyzing the collections of all four libraries and revealing what was being read and why certain acquisitions were passed over, Wiegand challenges both traditional perceptions and professional rhetoric about the role of libraries in our small-town communities. While the American public library has become essential to its local community, it is for reasons significantly different than those articulated by the “library faith.”

How to Speak In Public, The Art of Public Speaking & The Manual of Public Speaking

How to Speak In Public, The Art of Public Speaking & The Manual of Public Speaking
Author: Orison Swett Marden
Publisher: e-artnow
Total Pages: 923
Release: 2017-10-16
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 8027222664
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Do you have an upcoming presentation at your workplace or school? Do you have stage fright and you are looking for some great tips and advices on public speaking? This edition is your answer on honing your conversational skills, confidence and ability to persuade people in everyday life. Millions of people have benefitted from these greatest motivational works on public speaking and we have combined them into one single edition for you. Now it's your turn to get inspired! Contents: Public Speaking: The Manual How To Speak In Public - Wit and Methods of Great Orators and Lecturers Self-Improvement Through Public Speaking The Art of Public Speaking - Acquiring Confidence Before An Audience & Methods in Achieving Efficiency and Speech Fluency Dale Carnegie was an American writer and lecturer and the developer of famous courses in self-improvement, salesmanship, corporate training, public speaking, and interpersonal skills. Henry Dickson was founder and principal of Dickson School of Memory. He was also the instructor in public speaking at Chicago University of Notre Dame. Dr. Orison Swett Marden was an American inspirational author who wrote about achieving success in life and founded SUCCESS magazine in 1897. He is often considered as the father of the modern-day inspirational talks and writings and his words make sense even to this day.

PUBLIC SPEAKING: The Art Of Public Speaking, How To Speak In Public & The Manual of Public Speaking

PUBLIC SPEAKING: The Art Of Public Speaking, How To Speak In Public & The Manual of Public Speaking
Author: Orison Swett Marden
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 933
Release: 2024-01-10
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:
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In 'PUBLIC SPEAKING: The Art Of Public Speaking, How To Speak In Public & The Manual Of Public Speaking', readers are presented with a rich tapestry of perspectives on the art and skill of public speaking. This collection spans a variety of literary styles, from pragmatic guides to philosophical reflections, all centered around the transformative power of effective communication. The diversity within this anthology highlights the multifaceted nature of public speaking, from overcoming fear to mastering the art of persuasion, making it a significant resource for anyone looking to improve their oratory abilities. The contributing authors, Orison Swett Marden, Dale Carnegie, J. Berg Esenwein, and Henry Dickson, bring a wealth of knowledge from their respective backgrounds in self-help, personal development, and communication. Their collective expertise situates this anthology at the confluence of early 20th-century movements aimed at personal and professional betterment. Their varied perspectives not only provide historical and cultural insights into the art of public speaking but also serve to enrich the reader's understanding of its enduring relevance in todays world. This anthology is highly recommended for individuals seeking to delve deep into the art and science of public speaking. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with a range of ideas and practices, from the foundational to the innovative. Whether for educational purposes or personal growth, this collection promises to inspire readers and equip them with the tools necessary for becoming adept at the timeless skill of public speaking. The dialogue fostered between the different authors works within this single volume provides a comprehensive exploration of the theme, inviting readers on a journey of discovery and mastery.