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Rhetoric
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Aristotle's 'Rhetoric' is one of the foundational texts of Western philosophy, particularly in the fields of philosophy, politics, and literature.
The book delves into the practical and aesthetic elements of persuasive argumentation, emphasizing the role of language in achieving precision and clarity of thought.
It examines how to compose and interpret speeches, offering insights that remain relevant in contemporary communications, from advertisements to news reports and other media.
The work is divided into three books, each addressing different aspects of rhetoric and its application.
The book delves into the practical and aesthetic elements of persuasive argumentation, emphasizing the role of language in achieving precision and clarity of thought.
It examines how to compose and interpret speeches, offering insights that remain relevant in contemporary communications, from advertisements to news reports and other media.
The work is divided into three books, each addressing different aspects of rhetoric and its application.
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in relation to the origins of rhetoric and its importance in democracy.

John Bowe

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Toastmasters, Aristotle, and the Essential Art of Rhetoric
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as his favorite philosopher, highlighting its enduring relevance.


Roger Martin

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#108 - Doing Strategy in a World of Ruthless Change with Roger Martin
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, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's audience when communicating.

Calvin Whittman

Anchoring Truth: From Reporting the News to Preaching the Good News
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in comparison to Plato, representing the 'sensible' approach to life and rhetoric.

Lucinda Holdforth

Sense, sensibility and the authentic self
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as the author of 'Rhetoric', which Agricola drew upon in his work.

Peter Adamson

HoP 373 - Lords of Language - Northern Humanism
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for his views on envy and emulation.

Ellie Anderson

Envy
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as the first systematic exploration of persuasion as more than just an art.


Robert Cialdini

090 Pre-Suasion by Robert Cialdini