Aristotle

Aristotle's

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ISBN 13:
9780226591629
author:
Aristotle
format:
Hardback
publisher:
University of Chicago Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2019
Pages:
288
Dimensions:
22.9 x 15.2 centimetres
Genre:
Nonfiction, Politics, History & Theory,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£44.54

Description

Aristotle's "Art of Rhetoric" has shaped thought on the theory and practice of persuasive speech for over two thousand years. In this work, Aristotle explores what rhetoric is, its three kinds, and the modes of persuasion that can be used to achieve effective communication. The book is divided into three sections, each addressing a different aspect of rhetoric: its definition, its application in various contexts, and the principles necessary for crafting persuasive speeches. Aristotle's approach emphasizes the importance of rhetoric as an art and a tool for deliberative politics, while also acknowledging its potential for misuse by those who seek to manipulate others. This new translation, accompanied by annotations, indexes, and an interpretive essay, provides a clear and accessible understanding of Aristotle's ideas on rhetoric.

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