Aristotle's Treatise On Rhetoric, Literally Translated From The Greek

By Thomas Hobbes

Book Overview

Aristotle's Treatise On Rhetoric is a classic work on the art of persuasion and communication, written by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle. This book is a literal translation of the original Greek text, done by Thomas Hobbes, an English philosopher, and political theorist. The book covers the principles of effective communication, including the use of language, logic, and emotion to persuade and influence others. It explores the different types of rhetoric, such as forensic, deliberative, and epideictic, and provides guidance on how to use each one effectively. The text also discusses the importance of understanding the audience, adapting to their needs and interests, and using appropriate language and tone. Overall, Aristotle's Treatise On Rhetoric is a timeless guide to the art of persuasion, and this translation by Hobbes is a valuable resource for anyone interested in communication, philosophy, or ancient Greek literature.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163247456
• ISBN13: 9781163247457
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 442 Pages
• Weight: 1.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"