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Mark Forsyth: How to Make Your Writing Memorable | How I Write Podcast
How I Write
The Power of Progressio in Writing and Rhetoric
The use of progressio, a literary device involving a series of contrasts or progressions, such as seen in Katy Perry's lyrics, Charles Dickens' Tale of Two Cities, and Ecclesiastes in the Bible, is a powerful tool in writing and rhetoric. By creating memorable and impactful phrases through antitheses, progressio helps make the content stick in the reader's mind, guiding the reader's attention and emphasizing important points. This rhetorical tactic acts as a signal to the reader to pay attention, adding depth and beauty to the text, and ultimately engaging readers in a meaningful way.
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