Textbook
Ancient Rhetoric and OratoryISBN: 978-0-631-23515-6
Paperback
146 pages
November 2004, ©2004, Wiley-Blackwell
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- An introduction to the ancient rhetorical tradition.
- Investigates key questions about the origins, nature and
importance of rhetoric
- Explores the role of the orator, especially the two greatest
figures of the tradition, Demosthenes and Cicero
- Investigates the place of rhetoric at the center of ancient
education
- Considers the role of rhetoric since the end of
antiquity.
- Includes a glossary of proper names and technical terms; a chronological table of political events, authors, orators, and rhetorical works; and suggestions for further reading.