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Composition in the Classical Tradition,Used
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Composition in the Classical Tradition borrows from late antiquity a series of composition exercises called the progymnasmata to teach the art of persuasion. The exercises apply an understanding of the invention and composition of arguments from ancient rhetoric to a writer's own forms of persuasive communication. This book is structured to provide an effectively graded sequence of exercises, manageable at each step, from the simple to the more difficult and from the concrete to the abstract, within an explicit rhetorical framework. Learn how to compose an essay or a speech by first becoming proficient at its parts Composition in the Classical Tradition features a variety of ancient forms myths, historical episodes, descriptions, fables, proverbs, anecdotes, and speeches for readers to enjoy while learning how to write and speak persuasively. For anyone interested in composition and classical rhetoric.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Composition in the Classical Tradition'? A: 'Composition in the Classical Tradition' focuses on teaching the art of persuasion through a series of composition exercises known as progymnasmata, derived from ancient rhetoric.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Composition in the Classical Tradition' is Frank J. D'Angelo.
- Q: How is the book structured for learning? A: The book is structured with a graded sequence of exercises that progress from simple to complex, allowing readers to develop their skills in persuasive writing effectively.
- Q: What types of content does this book include for practice? A: 'Composition in the Classical Tradition' includes a variety of ancient forms such as myths, historical episodes, fables, proverbs, and speeches, which readers can use to learn persuasive writing.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Composition in the Classical Tradition' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: 'Composition in the Classical Tradition' contains a total of 288 pages.
- Q: When was 'Composition in the Classical Tradition' published? A: 'Composition in the Classical Tradition' was published on September 12, 1999.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in writing? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible for beginners, with exercises that gradually increase in difficulty to help build confidence and skill in persuasive writing.
- Q: What skills can I expect to develop by using this book? A: By using 'Composition in the Classical Tradition', readers can expect to improve their skills in composing essays and speeches, focusing on constructing arguments and persuasive techniques.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: 'Composition in the Classical Tradition' is available in its first edition.