Directions concerning pronunciation and gesture

The art of speaking in publick  or an essay on the action of an orator; as to his pronunciation and gesture. Useful in the senate or theatre, the court, the camp, as well as the bar and pulpit.

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Directions concerning pronunciation and gesture

The art of speaking in publick or an essay on the action of an orator; as to his pronunciation and gesture. Useful in the senate or theatre, the court, the camp, as well as the bar and pulpit.