The art of speaking. Containing, I. An essay; in which are given rules for expressing properly the principal passions and humours, which occur in reading and public speaking; and II. Lessons taken from the ancients and moderns (with additions and alterations, where thought useful) exhibiting a variety of matter for practice; the emphatical words printed in italics; with notes of direction referring to the essay. To which are added, a table of the lessons; and an index of the various passions and humours in the essay and lessons. [Three lines in Latin from Cicero]
- Burgh, James, 1714-1775.
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- M,DCCC. [1800]
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Philadelphia : Printed by Charles Cist , North Second-Street, near Race-Street, M,DCCC. [1800]
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[4],1-336,[4]p. ; 120.
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ESTC W19985
Evans, 37068
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