The Art of Public Speaking [Rental Edition]

by LUCAS

• ISBN13: 9781259924606
• ISBN10: 1259924602
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781260412970
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780073523910, 9781260412871, 9781260548099, 9781265455644
• Edition: 13th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2020-01-01
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Rental Program
• More Book Details
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About This Book

The Art of Public Speaking, 13th Edition

The Art of Public Speaking, 13th Edition, is a comprehensive textbook designed for college-level public speaking courses. It's a go-to resource for students and educators alike, offering a detailed exploration of public speaking principles and meeting scope and sequence requirements for typical introductory public speaking courses.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in introductory public speaking courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the basics of public speaking, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of communication skills.

History and Editions

The 13th edition of The Art of Public Speaking has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and discussions on effective communication techniques. This edition includes detailed updates on public speaking strategies, addressing issues such as audience engagement, confidence building, and presentation skills. It also includes a wealth of examples with detailed, conceptual explanations, building a strong foundation in the material before asking students to apply what they've learned.

Author and Other Works

Stephen E. Lucas is the author of The Art of Public Speaking. Stephen Lucas is known for his clear and concise writing style, which makes complex public speaking concepts easy to understand. He has written several books on communication and public speaking, and his work is widely respected in the field of rhetoric and communication studies.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in public speaking, including detailed explanations and examples.
• Interactive Tools: The text is complemented by McGraw-Hill Education's Connect platform, which includes interactive features such as practice exercises, quizzes, and multimedia resources.
• Teaching Flexibility: For experienced instructors, The Art of Public Speaking presents a solid, fully customizable foundation and an abundance of teaching aids from which to choose, allowing for complete teaching flexibility in the course.
• Confidence Building: For novice instructors, its wisdom and unmatched ancillary package instill confidence and build success in the classroom from day one.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Hardcover (13th Edition): ISBN-13: 9781259924606
• eBook: Available through various retailers
• Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers

Publication Details

• Publisher: McGraw Hill
• Publication Date: 2020
• Number of Pages: N/A
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

• 12th Edition: Available through McGraw Hill and other retailers
• eBook with Connect: Available through McGraw Hill Connect platform (ISBN: N/A)

Related ISBNs:

• 1259924602 (ISBN-10)
• 1260548099 (13th International Edition)
• 1259924602 (ISBN-10)

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for The Art of Public Speaking, 13th Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.