Speaking With Skill: A Skills Based Approach to Speech Training: An Introduction to Knight-Thompson Speech Work (Performance Books)

Dudley Knight's love of his subject, dry humor, and clear, precise descriptions make Speaking with Skill hands-down the best, most user-friendly book on phonetics - less intimidatingly re-framed here as "speech skills" - for learners and teachers alike.f you've ever wondered what a uvular sound is and why you should care; if your eyes glaze over when looking at International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) symbols; if you think there's a magic, uniform thing out there called "good speech" that you should aspire to without reference to context, Speaking with Skill will open your eyes, your mind, and your mouth.

A must have for actors or anyone interested in speech. The in depth approach that this book takes is work, but it will leave you with an awareness you didn't think possible.

It's a blend of academic brilliance and practical application. Dudley's sense of humor jumps off the page and catches you by surprise.