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