Master the laws behind persuasive speaking and clear writing In this rigorous introduction to rhetoric, you’ll explore how thought and language shape discursive impact. Grounded in systematic analysis, the work explains the general laws of mind and how they influence expression, memory, and emotion, with practical tests and classroom-ready exercises.
This edition surveys core topics from the nature of discourse to the rules that govern word choice, tone, and structure. It guides you through the relationship between thought and language, the forms of expression, and how to apply empirical principles to real writing and speaking.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the science of rhetoric, aiming to present a comprehensive and systematic analysis of the principles behind effective discourse. The author challenges the conventional one-sided perspectives on rhetoric found in traditional textbooks, rejecting the notion that it solely belongs to logic, aesthetics, or ethics. Instead, the book proposes a broader understanding of rhetoric as the art of influencing mental states through the skillful manipulation of ideas. Drawing upon the insights of prominent thinkers like Aristotle and John Stuart Mill, the author explores the complex relationship between thought, language, and emotion. The book examines the laws of mind that govern how individuals process and respond to ideas, highlighting the influence of age, experience, and social affiliations. The book then dissects the specific characteristics of different types of ideas, including descriptions, narratives, expositions, and arguments, revealing how each form of discourse operates according to specific rules and principles. The author culminates by analyzing the nuances of language as a medium of expression, exploring the impact of diction, sentence structure, and figurative language on the effectiveness of communication. The bookââ â¢s emphasis on the multifaceted nature of rhetoric, its connection to mental processes, and its application to various forms of discourse provides a compelling framework for understanding the art of persuasive communication. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330925546_0
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