Item 11: Oliver L. S. Holt diary, 13 August-28 October 1918 - Page 137
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view of lecturing. On the other hand he did not suit his delivery or exposition of the facts to his audience (which happened to be a few of the 3rd & a few infantrymen. I tried to get a good audience, but I fancy the title "An Old English Institution" frightened most away.) preferring not doubt to give it in his own way. This made it more dry than it need have been, for a lot could have been done with a little humour. He smiled once & then quickly recovered himself.
The art of expression by means of lecturing is very important, & cannot be treated too painstakingly. Since one who lectures is attempting to help his fellow men, it should be worth while studying exactly how to get into intimate touch with them.
Barlow is lecturing on the Balkan Question on Tuesday (tomorrow), & it will be interesting, I feel sure.