In defence of rhetoric
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In Defence of Rhetoric by Brian Vickers is a bold revival of the art of persuasion. Traversing classical Greece, the Renaissance, and modern literature, Vickers defends rhetoric as a powerful tool for thought, expression, and influence. He dismantles old critiques, …
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In Defence of Rhetoric by Brian Vickers is a bold revival of the art of persuasion. Traversing classical Greece, the Renaissance, and modern literature, Vickers defends rhetoric as a powerful tool for thought, expression, and influence. He dismantles old critiques, celebrates rhetorical techniques across history, and reveals how they continue to shape writing, communication, and culture today. Engaging, insightful, and intellectually vibrant, this book shows why rhetoric remains essential in understanding the world and the words we use to navigate it.
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