The receipt to make a speaker, and an applauded one too…
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“The receipt to make a speaker, and an applauded one too, is short and easy. Take common sense quantum sufficit; add a little application to the rules and orders of the House [of Commons], throw obvious thoughts in a new light, and make up the whole with a large quantity of purity, correctness and elegancy of style. Take it for granted that by far the greatest part of mankind neither analyze nor search to the bottom; they are incapable of penetrating deeper than the surface.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Effective speaking requires clear logic, modest ambition, and elegant style, while most people lack deep analysis.
In simple terms: Good speaking is clear, modest, and elegant.
Key Takeaway
Speak clearly and modestly.
Themes
communication
style
analysis
Mood
reflective
instructive
Type
advice
educational
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- teaching
- writing
- debate
Key Concepts
rhetoric
clarity
elegance
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance depth with accessibility?
- What style best suits your audience?
A Different Perspective
Many audiences prefer simple messages, limiting depth.