Ancient Rhetoric

From Aristotle to Philostratus

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Language Arts, Public Speaking, Rhetoric, Religion & Spirituality, Philosophy, Ancient
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Author: ISBN: 9780141392653
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Publication: November 30, 2017
Imprint: Penguin Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9780141392653
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Publication: November 30, 2017
Imprint: Penguin
Language: English

Classical rhetoric is one of the earliest versions of what is today known as media studies. It was absolutely crucial to life in the ancient world, whether in the courtroom, the legislature, or on ceremonial occasions, and was described as either the art of the persuasion or the art of speaking well. This anthology brings together all the most important ancient writings on rhetoric, including works by Cicero, Aristotle, Quintilian and Philostratus. Ranging across such themes as memory, persuasion, delivery and style, it provides a fascinating introduction to classical rhetoric and will be an invaluable sourcebook for students of the ancient world.

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Classical rhetoric is one of the earliest versions of what is today known as media studies. It was absolutely crucial to life in the ancient world, whether in the courtroom, the legislature, or on ceremonial occasions, and was described as either the art of the persuasion or the art of speaking well. This anthology brings together all the most important ancient writings on rhetoric, including works by Cicero, Aristotle, Quintilian and Philostratus. Ranging across such themes as memory, persuasion, delivery and style, it provides a fascinating introduction to classical rhetoric and will be an invaluable sourcebook for students of the ancient world.

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