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An Introduction to Classical Rhetoric: Essential Readings

  • Authors: Williams - James D. Williams
  • ISBN 10: 1405158611
  • ISBN 13: 9781405158619
  • Edition: 1
  • Release: April 27, 2009
  • Format: Paperback (560 pages)
  • List Price: $54.95
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    List Price: $54.95

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    Book Description:
    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. AugustineProvides an in-depth introduction to the period, as well as introductions to each author and each selectionIncludes study guides to help students develop multiple perspectives on the material, stimulate critical thinking, and provide starting points for dialogueHighlights include Gorgias's Palamedes, Antiphon's Truth, Isocrates' Helen, and Plato's ProtagorasEach selection is followed by suggested writing topics and a short list of suggested additional readings.

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