Successful Recitations by Alfred H. Miles

"Successful Recitations" by Alfred H. Miles is a compilation of poetry designed for performance, likely curated in the early 20th century. This collection emphasizes the art of recitation, highlighting the importance of clarity, style, and emotional connection when presenting poetry in front of an audience. The book features a variety of recitatives from different authors, focusing on themes of patriotism, personal experience, and national pride. The opening of the work sets the stage for its purpose, discussing what constitutes a successful recitation, including the significance of picturesque and dramatic elements. Miles posits that the reader’s ability to connect and command attention is crucial for effective recitation. He acknowledges that while the reader is central to the recitation's success, engaging content—often selected by public preference—plays a fundamental role. The initial sections feature foundational thoughts that guide the selection of pieces within the collection, aiming to inspire performers to deliver meaningful and memorable recitations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Editor Miles, Alfred H. (Alfred Henry), 1848-1929
Title Successful Recitations
Credits E-text prepared by Roy Brown
Reading Level Reading ease score: 83.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Subject Recitations
Category Text
eBook-No. 17378
Release Date
Last Update Dec 13, 2020
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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