The Junior Speech Arts by Alice Evelyn Craig, published by The Macmillan Company in 1936, is a comprehensive guide designed for junior high school students to develop their speech and oratory skills. This original 1936 edition offers a detailed curriculum covering various aspects of speech, including technique, good English usage, platform speaking, storytelling, acting, and social graces. The book features numerous illustrations, drawings, and photographs to enhance understanding, such as anatomical diagrams of the speaking voice and images from classic plays and paintings.
With over 400 pages, this educational volume is structured into multiple parts that cover everything from the mechanics of speech to preparing and delivering speeches, choosing reading materials, and understanding audience interaction. It includes special appendices with suggestions for speech teachers and guidelines for speech contests, making it a valuable resource for educators and students alike. Its red cloth hardcover with gold embossed title on the front and spine adds a classic collectible appeal to this vintage educational text.
