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The Elements Of Rhetoric And Composition (1905)

The Elements Of Rhetoric And Composition (1905)

Thorndike, Ashley Horace

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ISBN10: 1437318762
ISBN13: 9781437318760
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Nov 26 2008
Pages: 352
Weight: 1.04
Height: 0.73 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Elements of Rhetoric and Composition is a book written by Ashley Horace Thorndike in 1905. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of effective writing and communication. It covers the fundamental principles of rhetoric, including the use of language, style, and structure, and provides practical advice on how to write persuasively and convincingly. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of rhetoric and composition. The first section provides an overview of the history of rhetoric and its place in the modern world. The second section covers the principles of effective communication, including the importance of clarity, coherence, and concision. The third section focuses on the art of persuasion, including the use of rhetorical devices such as logos, ethos, and pathos. The fourth section covers the mechanics of writing, including grammar, punctuation, and spelling. The final section provides practical advice on how to write different types of documents, including letters, essays, and speeches. Throughout the book, Thorndike provides numerous examples and exercises to help readers improve their writing skills. He also draws on the works of famous writers and rhetoricians, including Aristotle, Cicero, and Shakespeare, to illustrate his points. Overall, The Elements of Rhetoric and Composition is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their writing and communication skills. Its clear and concise style makes it accessible to readers of all levels, from beginners to advanced writers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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