This classic book on preaching by Henry Holt and Company covers the fundamentals of the art, including the role of the preacher, the importance of imagination, and techniques for effective communication. With a focus on practical advice and real-world examples, this book remains a staple for aspiring preachers. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.