“The Art of Public Speaking” by Stephen E. Lucas is a comprehensive textbook on public speaking designed for a college audience. It provides a steady stream of vivid and illustrative examples to bring the art of public speaking to life. With its attention to the basics of rhetoric and a focus on both theory and practice, this book is successful for both instructors and students. Published by McGraw-Hill Higher Education in 2000, this 7th edition includes a PowerWeb and Topic Finder to enhance the learning experience. Illustrated with 136 pages, this trade paperback is essential for anyone looking to improve their public speaking skills in English language.