The Practical Elements Of Rhetoric: With Illustrative Examples (1886) - Hardcover

Genung, John Franklin

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1437419267 ISBN 13: 9781437419269

Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, 2008

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The Practical Elements of Rhetoric: With Illustrative Examples is a book written by John Franklin Genung and published in 1886. The book is a comprehensive guide to the study of rhetoric, which is the art of persuasive speaking and writing. It provides readers with a thorough understanding of the principles of rhetoric, including the different modes of discourse, the use of language, and the techniques of argumentation.The book is divided into four parts, each dealing with a specific aspect of rhetoric. Part one focuses on the nature and scope of rhetoric, including its history and its relationship to other disciplines such as logic and psychology. Part two deals with the different modes of discourse, including narration, description, exposition, and argumentation. Part three covers the use of language in rhetoric, including the principles of style, figures of speech, and the use of metaphor and analogy. Part four provides illustrative examples of the principles of rhetoric, drawn from a variety of sources including literature, politics, and public speaking.Throughout the book, Genung emphasizes the practical application of rhetorical principles, providing readers with numerous examples and exercises to help them develop their own skills as speakers and writers. He also emphasizes the importance of ethical considerations in rhetoric, arguing that effective persuasion must be grounded in truth, fairness, and respect for the audience.Overall, The Practical Elements of Rhetoric: With Illustrative Examples is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to improve their skills in persuasive communication. Its clear and practical approach makes it accessible to both students and professionals in fields such as law, politics, journalism, and public speaking.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2008
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1437419267
• ISBN 13: 9781437419269
• Einband: Tapa dura
• Anzahl der Seiten: 516
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