Joseph, Miriam

The Trivium: The Liberal Arts of Logic, Grammar and Rhetoric

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ISBN 13:
9780967967509
author:
Joseph, Miriam
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Paul Dry Books, Inc
language:
English
Publication Year:
2002
Pages:
292
Dimensions:
255mm X 180mm
Genre:
Philosophy of language
Condition:
New
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£15.87

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The Trivium: The Liberal Arts of Logic, Grammar, and Rhetoric Sister Miriam Joseph's book explores the nature and function of language, providing a deeper understanding of the tools for reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The Trivium is the basis of all learning, teaching the liberal artist to seek the perfection of the human faculties. This integrated view of language connects thought, expression, and reality, and was studied and mastered by students in the Middle Ages and Renaissance. The book presents key elements of language, including parts of speech, syntax, propositions, syllogisms, and rhetorical technique, within a philosophy of language that offers a comprehensive understanding of language's role in thought and communication. By exploring the trivium, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the language arts and their connection to the broader pursuit of knowledge. This reissue of The Trivium offers a valuable resource for those seeking to improve their understanding of language and its role in education and communication.

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