Inspire
Insights and lessons from 100 of the greatest
speeches from film and theatre
Simon Maier
The top 100 speeches from the world of film and theatre that have inspired
and moved us.
- A fascinating selection and analyses of speeches from the stage and
screen, and why they became so inspirational to so many people.
- People are fascinated with great speeches this book goes one step
beyond and offers analyses and commentary.
- Simon Maier is the co-author of the bestselling The 100: Insights
and Lessons From 100 of the Greatest Speeches Ever Delivered.
- Includes lessons and insights for anyone who needs to make presentations
and speeches.
Inspire! showcases 100 of the most brilliant speeches ever
delivered from the worlds of film and theatre. From the plays of Shakespeare
to contemporary cinema hits, people over the years have been inspired
and moved by superb actors delivering powerful lines. Yet only a select
few can be called truly “essential” to the betterment of the human spirit
and condition, and these are the speeches which form this book.
Some speeches have stood the test of time. Others are classics and are
known by everyone. Why do we quote from them for pleasure and politics?
Why have some been used for propaganda? Why do they make us cry and laugh?
Are there insights that can benefit anyone who needs to deliver a rousing,
powerful speech or presentation? Simon Maier selects the 100 from stage
and screen and offers insights and analyses as to why they have inspired
so many.
About the author
Simon Maier has been involved in organising and delivering live events
for over 25 years throughout the world. He is the co-author of the
bestselling The 100 (Marshall Cavendish, 2009).
COMPETITION WINNERS:
- Johan Slotte - Staines
- Claire Woods - Norwich
- Peter Hastings - Great Yarmouth
- Jeremy Dillon - Stoke-on-Trent
- Warren Jacobs - Goole
- Jennifer Scholfield - Carnforth
- Andrew Dommett - Tividale
- Claire White - Sheffield
- Alexander Jones - London
- Emma Wolski - Horsham
ISBN: 978 981 4302 62 3
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