Ancient Rhetoric and Oratory (Blackwell Introductions to the Classical World)

by ThomasHabinek (Author)

• New

  Paperback
  2004

  $35.87

  Introduces readers to the ancient rhetorical tradition by investigating key questions about the origins, nature and importance of rhetoric. This book explores the role of the orator, especially the two greatest figures of the tradition, Demosthenes and Cicero. It also investigates the place of rhetoric at the center of ancient education.