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The art Of Rhetoric (Readings Classics)
[Paperback - 2024]
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Publisher: Readings | ISBN: 9786275100294 | Pages: 151
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The Art of Rhetoric stands as a cornerstone in Western philosophy, articulating the principles of persuasive communication that have shaped discourse for over two millennia. Written in the 4th century BCE, it systematically examines the art of persuasion, dissecting the means by which individuals can influence and sway audiences. Aristotle s tripartite division of rhetorical appeals-ethos, pathos, and logos-profoundly influenced communication theory and public speaking. Probing the psychology of persuasion and the strategic use of language, his insights remain pertinent in diverse fields, from politics to advertising. This treatise, a testament to his enduring intellectual legacy, not only provides a foundational framework for effective communication but also exemplifies his keen observational acumen and analytical rigour.

Aristotle was an ancient Greek philosopher and scientist, who pioneered many contemporary disciplines. Together with Plato, Aristotle is regarded as a founding figure of Western philosophy. He was born in 384 BCE in Stagira, Chalcidice, Greece. His works have served as the basis for many philosophical movements including Renaissance, Reformation and the Enlightenment. Aristotelian thought also influenced Medieval Islamic philosophy. A lot of jargon, terminology and lexicon in philosophy has been borrowed from Aristotle s work.

His intellectual range was extensive and included logic, history, ethics, biology, chemistry, political theory, psychology, metaphysics, philosophy of science, and philosophy of mind. His work remained unsurpassed in zoology until the 19th century. His writings on metaphysics and political theory are still debated in contemporary philosophical and political studies. He died in 322 BCE, in Chalcis, Euboea.

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