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Rhetorical theory, the core of Roman education, taught rules of public speaking that are still influential today. But Roman rhetoric has long been regarded as having little important to say about political ideas. The State of Speech presents a forceful challenge to this view. The first book to read Roman rhetorical writing as a mode of political thought, it focuses on Romes greatest practitioner and theorist of public speech, Cicero. Through new readings of his dialogues and treatises, Joy Connolly shows how Ciceros treatment of the Greek rhetorical traditions central questions is shaped by his ideal of the republic and the citizen. Rhetoric, Connolly argues, sheds new light on Ciceros deepest political preoccupations: the formation of individual and communal identity, the communicative role of the body, and the unmanly aspects of politics, especially civility and compromise.Transcending traditional lines between rhetorical and political theory, The State of Speech is a major contribution to the current debate over the role of public speech in Roman politics. Instead of a conventional, topdown model of power, it sketches a dynamic model of authority and consent enacted through oratorical performance and examines how oratory modeled an ethics of citizenship for the masses as well as the elite. It explains how imperial Roman rhetoricians reshaped Ciceros ideal republican citizen to meet the new political conditions of autocracy, and defends Ciceronian thought as a resource for contemporary democracy.
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I picked this up for my literature class, and while it has some fascinating insights, it can get pretty heavy. Some parts felt like a slog to get through. Still, it's informative for those interested in Roman political thought.
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Maya Patel
Great for academics!
As a graduate student focusing on ancient history, this book is a treasure. The analysis of rhetoric is particularly sharp and insightful. It’s well-researched, though I think it might be too advanced for casual readers. But for scholars, it’s a gem!
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Sophia Zhang
A deep dive into Roman rhetoric
This book really explores the intricacies of rhetoric and political thought in ancient Rome. I love how it connects historical context to the speeches. It’s a great resource for anyone studying classics or political theory. Definitely worth the read!
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Carlos Mendez
Not what I expected
I was looking for a more straightforward read on Roman politics, but this book is quite complex. I found it hard to follow at times, and the academic language didn't help. If you like deep analysis, it might be for you, but I was hoping for something simpler.
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