""A Manual of Gesture"" is a comprehensive guide to the art of gesture, written by Albert M. Bacon and originally published in 1881. The book covers a complete system of notation for various gestures, as well as the principles of interpretation and selection for effective communication. The author provides a detailed analysis of the role of gesture in public speaking, acting, and other forms of performance. The book includes numerous examples and exercises for practice, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in mastering the art of gesture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.