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George M. (George Morley) Vickers
1841–1908
Best known for lively collections for recitation and performance, this late-19th-century writer and editor helped bring poems, dialogues, and dramatic pieces into homes, churches, and schools. His books mix entertainment with a strong sense of public speaking and presentation.
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The speaker's ideal entertainments : for home, church and school. Consisting of recitals, dialogues and dramas
by George M. (George Morley) Vickers
About the author
George Morley Vickers (1841–1908) was an American writer, editor, and compiler whose work centered on performance, reading aloud, and popular entertainment. He is associated with books such as The Speaker's Ideal Entertainments and Under Both Flags, and library records also connect him with Ballads of the Occident and other collections aimed at general readers and amateur performers.
His writing seems to have been shaped by the culture of elocution that flourished in the late 1800s, when recitations, tableaux, and short dramatic pieces were widely used in schools, churches, and community gatherings. Rather than focusing on a single literary genre, he worked across anthologies, edited volumes, and performance material designed to be spoken, staged, and shared.
Although not a household name today, Vickers's books offer a vivid glimpse into the reading and performance life of his era. They remain interesting for listeners and readers who enjoy historical anthologies, Civil War-era popular writing, and the practical art of public speaking.