Excerpt from A Practical System of Rhetoric: Or the Principles and Rules of Style Inferred From Examples of Writing; To Which Is Added a Historical Dissertation on English Style
After all, it must be allowed, that with the most skilful ih struction, and the best text-book, young students will obtain but imperfect ideas in what pertains to the philosophy of rhetoric. Still, what IS thus imperfectly acquired, will he of importance to them as Opening some interesting fields of thought, which, with strengthened powers, they may after wards explore;-and further, as aiding them in better under standing the nature of the rules and directions founded on these important and somewhat intricate principles.
I have stated as a second object to be attained by the study of rhetoric, the cultivation of a literary taste, and, in connexion, the exercise of 'the imagination.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines how rhetoricā"the art of effective or persuasive speaking and writingā"can be taught and learned. The author, clearly an experienced instructor in rhetoric, begins with the historical development of rhetorical theory and practice, tracing its roots to ancient Greece and Rome, and considering its evolution over centuries. Key to his method is a focus on cultivating good thinking habits, and how these habits can improve a writer's ability to think through and express ideas. The author also considers the practical aspects of teaching rhetoric, including how to critique student work and how to facilitate the development of analytical thinking skills. Throughout, the author emphasizes that rhetoric is an essential skill for effective communication in any field, and offers a wealth of exercises and examples to guide the reader in developing and refining their own rhetorical abilities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330672112_0
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