Rhetoric: Or The Principles Of Elocution And Rhetorical Composition (1830)

By Samuel Willard

Book Overview

Rhetoric: Or The Principles Of Elocution And Rhetorical Composition (1830) is a book written by Samuel Willard, which focuses on the art of persuasive speaking and writing. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which explores the principles of elocution, or the art of speaking effectively, while the second part delves into the principles of rhetorical composition, or the art of writing persuasively.The first part of the book covers topics such as pronunciation, emphasis, inflection, and gesture, providing readers with practical advice on how to improve their speaking skills. The second part of the book focuses on the principles of rhetorical composition, including the use of figures of speech, the structure of arguments, and the importance of style and tone in effective writing.Throughout the book, Willard draws on examples from classical literature and oratory to illustrate his points, providing readers with a rich understanding of the history and theory of rhetoric. With its practical advice and historical insights, Rhetoric: Or The Principles Of Elocution And Rhetorical Composition (1830) remains a valuable resource for anyone seeking to improve their communication skills.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: 143707457X
• ISBN13: 9781437074574
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"