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LoC No.: 15017812
Title: Debating for boys
Original Publication: United States: Sturgis & Walton Company, 1913, copyright 1914, copyright 1915.
Note: Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "Debating for Boys" by William Horton Foster is a practical guide on the art of debate aimed at younger audiences, written in the early 20th century. The book emphasizes the importance of debating skills, not only for competitive purposes but also as a means for personal development, equipping boys with the tools to articulate their thoughts clearly and logically. Through structured chapters, it covers foundational principles of debate, including preparing arguments, organizing thoughts, and improving delivery. The opening of the book introduces the premise that debating is not just a contest, but a vital skill that prepares boys for future responsibilities and enhances their everyday communication. Foster lays the groundwork for why debating matters, explaining its role in fostering self-control, logical reasoning, and effective speaking. He highlights how debating serves as a preparatory exercise for engaging in more significant discussions in later life, advocating for boys to hone their reasoning abilities and remain committed to the pursuit of truth over mere victory in arguments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Foster, William Horton
EBook No.: 70568
Published: Apr 16, 2023
Downloads: 69
Language: English
Subject: Debates and debating
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 15017812
Title: Debating for boys
Original Publication: United States: Sturgis & Walton Company, 1913, copyright 1914, copyright 1915.
Note: Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "Debating for Boys" by William Horton Foster is a practical guide on the art of debate aimed at younger audiences, written in the early 20th century. The book emphasizes the importance of debating skills, not only for competitive purposes but also as a means for personal development, equipping boys with the tools to articulate their thoughts clearly and logically. Through structured chapters, it covers foundational principles of debate, including preparing arguments, organizing thoughts, and improving delivery. The opening of the book introduces the premise that debating is not just a contest, but a vital skill that prepares boys for future responsibilities and enhances their everyday communication. Foster lays the groundwork for why debating matters, explaining its role in fostering self-control, logical reasoning, and effective speaking. He highlights how debating serves as a preparatory exercise for engaging in more significant discussions in later life, advocating for boys to hone their reasoning abilities and remain committed to the pursuit of truth over mere victory in arguments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Foster, William Horton
EBook No.: 70568
Published: Apr 16, 2023
Downloads: 69
Language: English
Subject: Debates and debating
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.