How to Speak / How to Listen
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1997
280
Book • Nonfiction
1980s
1997
Adult
18+ years
How to Speak / How to Listen by Mortimer J. Adler offers guidance on enhancing communication skills. The book emphasizes the principles of effective speaking and attentive listening, providing strategies for productive interactions and dialogues. Adler's work aims to improve understanding and engagement in both personal and professional settings by honing these essential skills.
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How to Speak / How to Listen by Mortimer J. Adler is praised for its clarity in teaching effective communication and critical listening. Readers appreciate its structured approach and practical advice, though some find it dense and outdated in parts. Overall, it's a valuable resource for improving discourse skills, suitable for both students and professionals.
Ideal for readers seeking to enhance communication skills, How to Speak / How to Listen by Mortimer J. Adler appeals to those interested in philosophy and self-improvement. Fans of Dale Carnegie's How to Win Friends and Influence People and Stephen R. Covey's The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People will find it enriching.
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280
Book • Nonfiction
1980s
1997
Adult
18+ years
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