An Introduction to Classical Rhetoric

An Introduction to Classical Rhetoric
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 569
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ISBN-10 : 9781405158602
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Download or read book An Introduction to Classical Rhetoric written by James D. Williams and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-05-04 with total page 569 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An anthology of primary texts in translation, An Introduction to Classical Rhetoric offers an overview of the social, cultural, and intellectual factors that influenced the development and growth of rhetoric during the classical period. Uses primary source material to analyze rhetoric from the Sophists through St. Augustine Provides an in-depth introduction to the period, as well as introductions to each author and each selection Includes study guides to help students develop multiple perspectives on the material, stimulate critical thinking, and provide starting points for dialogue Highlights include Gorgias's Palamedes, Antiphon's Truth, Isocrates' Helen, and Plato's Protagoras Each selection is followed by suggested writing topics and a short list of suggested additional readings.


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