Patsy Rodenburg explores howwe speak what we speak & the impact of the spoken word As one of the world's leading voice coaches she describes practical ways to approach language & uses Shakespeare Romantic poetry modern prose & a range of other texts to help each of us discover our own unique need for words In Part One the author attacks the myth that there is only one correct way to speak by clearing away the blocks that can make language inaccessible Part Two a series of language & text exercises connects the voice to the shape & quality of individual words & phrases Drawing on the author's time spent coaching in the worlds of business & politics this new edition reflects on how the way we use words has changed since the book was first published It brings a renewed focus on the language of power
- spoken in the worlds of politicians & company directors
- which will give readers an insight into the potency of clear direct communication Finally new language exercises provide readers with unmediated access to this new research allowing them to practice & master the language & words that drive the modern world