Ancient Rhetoric And Poetic: Interpreted From Representative Works (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163440193)

Ancient Rhetoric and Poetic: Interpreted from Representative Works is a book written by Charles Sears Baldwin. The book is a comprehensive study of the art of rhetoric and poetry in ancient times, particularly in Greece and Rome. The author explores the various techniques and styles used by ancient writers to communicate their ideas and emotions through language.Baldwin examines representative works from ancient literature, including the works of Homer, Sophocles, Plato, Aristotle, and Virgil. He analyzes the use of figures of speech, such as metaphor, simile, and personification, and discusses the role of rhythm and meter in poetry.The book also explores the cultural and historical context in which ancient literature was created. Baldwin discusses the social and political influences on ancient writers and how they used their art to comment on contemporary issues.Overall, Ancient Rhetoric and Poetic: Interpreted from Representative Works is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of rhetoric and poetry in ancient times. It provides a detailed analysis of the techniques and styles used by ancient writers and offers insight into the cultural and historical context in which their works were created.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.

Author: Charles Sears Baldwin
ISBN-10: 1163440191
ISBN-13: 9781163440193
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 284
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.29lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d