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Rhetoric (The New Critical Idiom)
by Jennifer RichardsRhetoric has shaped our understanding of the nature of language and the purpose of literature for over two millennia. It is of crucial importance in understanding the development of literary history as well as elements of philosophy, politics and culture. The nature and practise of rhetoric was central to Classical, Renaissance and Enlightenment cultures and its relevance continues in our own postmodern world to inspire further debate.Examining both the practice and theory of this controversial concept, Jennifer Richards explores: historical and contemporary definitions of the term ‘rhetoric’ uses of rhetoric in literature, by authors such as William Shakespeare, Mary Shelley, William Wordsworth, Jane Austen, W.B. Yeats and James Joyce classical traditions of rhetoric, as seen in the work of Plato, Aristotle and Cicero the rebirth of rhetoric in the Renaissance and the Enlightenment the current status and future of rhetoric in literary and critical theory as envisaged by critics such as Kenneth Burke, Paul de Man and Jacques Derrida. This insightful volume offers an accessible account of this contentious yet unavoidable term, making this book invaluable reading for students of literature, philosophy and cultural studies.
Rhetoric Alive! Book 1: Principles of Persuasion
by Alyssan BarnesA one-semester or yearlong course for students in grades 10-12. Rhetoric Alive! Book 1: Principles of Persuasion, written by Alyssan Barnes, an experienced rhetoric teacher with a PhD in rhetoric, is a clear, compelling, and delightful text on rhetorical theory and practice. The highly engaging Rhetoric Alive! explores the principles of winsome speech as developed in the foremost text on persuasion, Aristotle's Rhetoric. The fifteen chapters of Rhetoric Alive! step through the essential components of persuasion: the three appeals; Ethos (speaker's credibility), Pathos (audience's emotion), and Logos (argument's reasoning), the three types of speech; Deliberative (exhort or dissuade), Ceremonial (praise or blame), Judicial (accuse or defend), and the five canons; Invention, Organization, Style, Memory, Delivery. Each chapter includes an exemplary classic text for analysis and discussion, spanning from Pericles's 'Funeral Oration' to Martin Luther King, Jr.'s, 'Letter from Birmingham Jail.' Students also have plenty of practice developing their own rhetorical skill through weekly workshops, imitation assignments, and oratory presentations.
Rhetoric Alive! Senior Thesis Student Workbook
by Alyssan BarnesA yearlong course for grades 11-12 The senior thesis is a capstone project, the crowning achievement in a student's academic journey. In completing the thesis, students bring all that they've learned, such as reading, writing, and arguing, to bear on one issue. They learn the background of the topic, analyze other people's arguments, and synthesize their findings and discoveries, putting it all together to form a true, good, and beautiful whole. Through the use of workshops, assignments, and presentation practices, the Rhetoric Alive! Senior Thesis workbook walks students step-by-step through the process of writing and then delivering a thesis. Students will gradually draft the six parts of the thesis introduction (exordium), statement of facts (narratio), thesis statement (partitio), argument (confirmatio), counterargument (refutatio), and conclusion (peroratio) as they are taken through the thesis process from start to finish, from choosing a topic to crafting a snappy title, and everything in between. Versatile and straightforward, this text can be used by students who are only writing a thesis paper, only delivering a spoken address, or doing both. Additionally, the genius of Rhetoric Alive! Senior Thesis is that it can be utilized by students using any rhetoric curriculum and even by strong students who have not yet studied rhetoric. Rhetoric Alive! Senior Thesis is an all-in-one resource journal/scratch pad/research notebook and rough-draft-to-final-copy writing guide that will equip students to create a strong, compelling, and well-crafted senior thesis. The text is spiral bound so that students can easily draft portions of their theses and take notes in the workbook, either in class or at home. What sets Rhetoric Alive! Senior Thesis apart from other rhetoric texts? -RA Thesis can be used in conjunction with any rhetoric curriculum -RA Thesis uses clear, accessible language -RA Thesis takes students step-by-step through the writing of the thesis, from start to finish -RA Thesis aids students in writing a paper, speech, or both -RA Thesis helps reluctant or struggling writers generate good ideas and organize them well -RA Thesis contains presentation practice and writing workshops in each chapter -RA Thesis supplies tips from former senior thesis students -RA Thesis includes sample student writing and an example of a complete student thesis -RA Thesis brings classical rhetorical theory to bear on a contemporary issue
Rhetoric and Composition
by Steven LynnRhetoric and composition is an academic discipline that informs all other fields in teaching students how to communicate their ideas and construct their arguments. It has grown dramatically to become a cornerstone of many undergraduate courses and curricula, and it is a particularly dynamic field for scholarly research. This book offers an accessible introduction to teaching and studying rhetoric and composition. By combining the history of rhetoric, explorations of its underlying theories, and a survey of current research (with practical examples and advice), Steven Lynn offers a solid foundation for further study in the field. Readers will find useful information on how students have been taught to invent and organize materials, to express themselves correctly and effectively, and how the ancient study of memory and delivery illuminates discourse and pedagogy today. This concise book thus provides a starting point for learning about the discipline that engages writing, thinking, and argument.
Rhetorical Style: The Uses Of Language In Persuasion
by Jeanne FahnestockA comprehensive guide to the language of argument, Rhetorical Style offers a renewed appreciation of the persuasive power of the English language. Drawing on key texts from the rhetorical tradition, as well as on newer approaches from linguistics and literary stylistics, Fahnestock demonstrates how word choice, sentence form, and passage construction can combine to create effective spoken and written arguments. With examples from political speeches, non-fiction works, and newspaper reports, Rhetorical Style surveys the arguer's options at the word, sentence, interactive, and passage levels, and illustrates the enduring usefulness of rhetorical stylistics in analyzing and constructing arguments.
Rhetoriken zwischen Recht und Literatur: Interdisziplinäre und interkulturelle Zugänge (Literatur und Recht #9)
by Martina Wagner-Egelhaaf Stefan Arnold Marcus Schnetter Gesine HegerDie Beiträge dieses Open-Access-Buchs diskutieren das Verständnis von Rhetorik, mit dem heute in Literatur- und Rechtswissenschaft gearbeitet wird. Sie beleuchten, inwiefern sich die westliche Tradition von rhetorischen Perspektiven aus anderen Sprach-, Kultur- und Rechtsräumen unterscheidet. Während die Rhetorik in antiker Tradition in der Literaturtheorie nach wie vor eine große Rolle spielt, hat sie ihren Status als Leitdisziplin in den Rechtswissenschaften eingebüßt und ist lediglich für Teilbereiche wie Argumentationstheorie und Rechtslogik relevant. Der Band nimmt Recht und Literatur in ihrer gemeinsamen sprachlichen Konstitution ernst und fragt nicht zuletzt nach einem geteilten Grundverständnis von Rhetorik.
Rhyme's Rooms: The Architecture of Poetry
by Brad LeithauserFrom the widely acclaimed poet, novelist, critic, and scholar, a lucid and edifying exploration of the building blocks of poetry and how they've been used over the centuries to assemble the most imperishable poems.&“Anyone wanting to learn how to remodel, restore, or build a poem from the foundation up, will find this room-by-room guide on the architecture of poetry a warm companion.&” —Tomás Q. Morín, author of MacheteWe treasure our greatest poetry, Brad Leithauser reminds us in these pages, "not for its what but its how." In chapters on everything from iambic pentameter to how stanzas are put together to "rhyme and the way we really talk," Leithauser takes a deep dive into that how—the very architecture of poetry. He explains how meter and rhyme work in fruitful opposition ("Meter is prospective; rhyme is retrospective"); how the weirdnesses of spelling in English are a boon to the poet; why an off rhyme will often succeed where a perfect rhyme would not; why Shakespeare and Frost can sound so similar, despite the centuries separating them. And Leithauser is just as likely to invoke Cole Porter, Stephen Sondheim, or Boz Scaggs as he is Chaucer or Milton, Bishop or Swenson, providing enlightening play-by-plays of their memorable lines.Here is both an indispensable learning tool and a delightful journey into the art of the poem—a chance for new poets and readers of poetry to grasp the fundamentals, and for experienced poets and readers to rediscover excellent works in all their fascinating detail.Portions of this book have appeared in The New Yorker, The New York Times, and The New York Review of Books.
Rhythm in the Novel
by E. K. BrownThe Alexander Lectures for 1949-50. In his Preface, Professor Brown says, "Isolating a single element or group of elements in the novel, and considering it in unreal separation from all the other elements which it actually fuses, is artificial, but so is all criticism. The artificiality is justified if when one turns back from the criticism to the novels these appear more intelligible and more delightful. That is the test." Applying the test to Dr. Brown's present work, the method is more than justified by the results. they are titled: "Phrase, Character, Incident," "Expanding Symbols," "Interweaving Themes," and "Rhythm in E.M. Forster's A Passage to India."
Ricardo and the Theory of Value Distribution and Growth (Routledge Library Editions)
by Giovanni A. Caravale Domenico A. TosatoThe book presents a rigorous reconstruction of Ricardo's contribution to economic theory and a unifying interpretation of the key issues of Ricardo's research. Part One deals primarily with the problems of value and distribution Part Two deals specifically with the issues of distribution and growth. * Contemporary economic literature in the fields of value, distribution and growth is witnessing a renewed interest in the approach of the classical school, notably in the work of David Ricardo.
Rich Habits Rich Life: The Four Cornerstones of All Great Pursuits
by Randall BellWhat is a winning strategy? Why do some people, families, and organizations take a dive, some merely survive, while others thrive? What leads up to a disaster or collapse? Why do some squander success, while others continue to elevate? How do we build a solid foundation that assures solid authentic growth? Rich Habits Rich Life is the result of research that has spanned over 25 years at the intersection of sociology and economics, and specifically explores what behaviors result in disaster, recovery, and prosperity.
Richard Branson: In His Own Words (In Their Own Words)
by Danielle McLimoreA look into the mind of &“the world&’s consummate entrepreneur&” through his quotes on leadership, branding, innovation, social responsibility, and more (Huffington Post). Richard Branson, who has been called &“England&’s most outrageous billionaire,&” is also one of the world&’s most successful business leaders. Since the age of 16, when he founded Student magazine, Branson has been creating companies and finding innovative ways to grow them into the prodigious conglomerate known as the Virgin Group. At the age of 20, Branson founded a mail-order record retailer. Two years later he built a recording studio where the first artist signed to his Virgin label, Mike Oldfield, recorded the haunting soundtrack to The Exorcist. Decades later, industries as varied as entertainment (Virgin Music), retail (Virgin Megastores), transportation (Virgin Airlines), and telecommunications (Virgin Mobile) all bear Branson&’s business moniker. For the first time, the most thought-provoking, revealing, and inspiring quotes from Branson have been compiled in a single book. Updated and redesigned since its initial publication in 2013 as Virgin Rebel: Richard Branson in His Own Words, this new edition is a comprehensive guidebook to the inner workings of the Virgin Group chairman and founder. Hundreds of Branson&’s best quotes, comprising thoughts on business, music, entrepreneurship, politics, exploration, and life lessons, provide an intimate and direct look into the mind of this modern business icon. &“I have no secret. There are no rules to follow in business. I just work hard and, as I always have done, believe I can do it.&” —Screw It, Let&’s Do It, page 30
Richard Hart Bread: Intuitive Sourdough Baking
by Richard Hart Laurie WooleverA comprehensive guide to the craft of baking bread, featuring more than 60 recipes filled with all the expertise and experience of the founder of Copenhagen&’s Hart Bageri and former head baker at San Francisco&’s Tartine.&“Sourdough bakers have a serious contender for a new bread bible.&”—Plate &“Richard Hart restores the heart to bread baking.&”—Yotam OttolenghiRichard Hart Bread is the guide to the intuitive art of baking bread. By learning how to see, taste, touch, and adapt, readers can find their own way to making truly wonderful bread—from blistering sourdoughs to rich rye pan loaves and more. Rather than focusing obsessively on precise formulas, Richard teaches both aspiring and seasoned bakers all his key techniques without holding anything back.Through gorgeous photography, explanatory videos accessed on page through QR codes, and thorough descriptions of methods, you&’ll have all the tools you need to make great breads. Rich in stories and Richard&’s boundless enthusiasm, this book will make you fall ever deeper in love with bread.
Richard Lederer's Literary Trivia: From Mythology, Shakespeare, And The Bible [standard Large Print 16 Pt Edition]
by Richard LedererThe author of Anguished English presents a compendium of fascinating facts and anecdotes about some of literature&’s greatest authors and works. Author and English teacher Richard Lederer is one of the world&’s foremost lovers of language and literature. In this endlessly engaging volume, he collects some of the most curious trivia about world-renowned authors and poets as well as their many immortal creations. The perfect gift for bibliophiles, Richard Lederer&’s Literary Trivia sheds surprising new light on the books and writers we love.
Richard Wagner: A Research and Information Guide (Routledge Music Bibliographies)
by Michael SaffleRichard Wagner: A Research and Information Guide is an annotated bibliography concerning both the nature of primary sources related to the composer and the scope and significance of the secondary sources which deal with him, his compositions, and his influence as a composer and performer.
Richelieu and Olivares
by J. H. Elliott<p>Cardinal Richelieu is one of the best known and most studied statesmen in European history; his Spanish contemporary and rival, the Count-Duke of Olivares, one of the least known. The contrasting historical fortunes of the two men reflect the outcome of the great struggle in seventeenth-century Europe between France and Spain: the triumph of France assured the fame of Richelieu, while Spain's failure condemned Olivares to historical neglect. <p>This fascinating book by the distinguished historian J. H. Elliott argues that contemporaries, for whom Olivares was at least as important as Richelieu, shared none of posterity's certainty about the inevitability of that outcome. His absorbing comparative portrait of the two men, as personalities and as statesmen, through their policies and their mutual struggle, offers unique insights into seventeenth-century Europe and the nature of power and statesmanship.</p>
Rick Steves French, Italian & German Phrase Book (Rick Steves Travel Guide)
by Rick StevesWhen ordering a café au lait in Paris, calamari in Venice, or bratwurst in Munich, it helps to speak some of the native tongue. Rick Steves offers well-tested words and phrases that come in handy in a variety of situations. Inside you'll find:Key phrases for use in everyday circumstances, complete with phonetic spellingAn English-French/Italian/German dictionaryTips for small talk and local lingo with Rick's signature sense of humor A tear-out cheat sheet for continued language practice (no internet connection required!)Informative, concise, and practical, Rick Steves French, Italian & German Phrase Book is an essential item for any traveler's pocket.
Rick Steves Ireland 2020 (Rick Steves Travel Guide)
by Rick Steves Pat O'ConnorWander rustic towns, emerald valleys, lively cities, and moss-draped ruins: Experience Ireland with Rick Steves by your side. Inside Rick Steves Ireland 2020 you'll find:Comprehensive coverage for planning a multi-week trip through IrelandRick's strategic advice on how to get the most of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favoritesTop sights and hidden gems, from the Rock of Cashel and the Ring of Kerry to distilleries making whiskey with hundred-year-old recipesHow to connect with local culture: Hoist a pint at the corner pub, enjoy traditional fiddle music, and jump into conversations buzzing with brogueBeat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insightThe best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a GuinnessSelf-guided walking tours of atmospheric neighborhoods and awe-inspiring sightsTrip-planning tools, like how to link destinations, build your itinerary, and get from place to placeDetailed maps, including a fold-out map for exploring on the goUseful resources including a packing list, Irish phrase book, historical overview, and recommended readingOver 1,000 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you downAnnually updated information on Dublin, Kilkenny, Waterford, County Wexford, Kinsale, Cobh, Kenmare, The Ring of Kerry, Dingle Peninsula, County Clare, the Burren, Galway, the Aran Islands, Connemara, County Mayo, Belfast, Portrush, the Antrim Coast, Derry, County Donegal, and much moreMake the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Ireland 2020.Planning a one- to two-week trip? Check out Rick Steves Best of Ireland.
Rick Steves Italian Phrase Book & Dictionary (Rick Steves Travel Guide)
by Rick StevesBuon giorno! From ordering calamari in Venice to making new friends in Tuscan hill towns, it helps to speak some of the native tongue in Italy. Rick Steves offers well-tested Italian words and phrases that come in handy in a variety of situations. Inside you'll find:Key phrases for use in everyday circumstances, complete with phonetic spellingAn English-Italian and Italian-English dictionaryTips for small talk and local lingo with Rick's signature sense of humor A tear-out cheat sheet for continued language practice as you wait in line at the Sistine Chapel (no internet connection required!)Informative, concise, and practical, Rick Steves Italian Phrase Book is an essential item for any traveler's pocket.
Rick Steves Italy 2020 (Rick Steves Travel Guide)
by Rick StevesFrom the Mediterranean to the Alps, from fine art to fine pasta, experience Italy with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Italy 2020 you'll find:Comprehensive coverage for planning a multi-week trip to ItalyRick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favoritesTop sights and hidden gems, from the Colosseum and Michelangelo's David to corner trattorias and that perfect scoop of gelatoHow to connect with local culture: Walk in Caesar's footsteps through the ruins of the Forum, discover the relaxed rhythms of sunny Cinque Terre, or chat with fans about the latest soccer match (calcio, to locals) Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insightThe best places to eat, sleep, and experience la dolce far nienteSelf-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and museumsVital trip-planning tools, like how to link destinations, build your itinerary, and get from place to place Detailed maps, including a fold-out map for exploring on the goUseful resources including a packing list, Italian phrase book, a historical overview, and recommended readingOver 1,000 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you downAnnually updated information on Venice, Padua, the Dolomites, Lake Country, Milan, the Italian Riviera, Florence, Pisa, Lucca, Hill Towns of Central Italy, Siena, Tuscany, Rome, Naples, Pompeii, Capri, the Amalfi Coast, and much moreMake the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Italy 2020.Planning a one- to two-week trip? Check out Rick Steves Best of Italy.
Rick Steves Rome 2020 (Rick Steves Travel Guide)
by Rick Steves Gene OpenshawExplore ancient ruins and view Renaissance masterpieces in this truly modern Eternal City. Inside Rick Steves Rome 2020 you'll find:Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring RomeRick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favoritesTop sights and hidden gems, from the Colosseum and the Sistine Chapel to corner trattorias, cozy wine bars, and the perfect scoop of gelatoHow to connect with local culture: Indulge in the Italian happy hour tradition of aperitivo, savor a plate of cacio e pepe, or chat with fans about the latest soccer matchBeat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insightThe best places to eat, sleep, and experience la dolce far nienteSelf-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and sights like the Roman Forum, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Vatican MuseumsDetailed neighborhood maps and a fold-out city map for exploring on the goUseful resources including a packing list, Italian phrase book, a historical overview, and recommended readingOver 500 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you downAnnually updated information on Central Rome, Vatican City, Trastevere, and more, plus day trips to Ostia Antica, Tivoli, Naples, and PompeiiMake the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Rome 2020.Spending just a few days in the city? Try Rick Steves Pocket Rome.
Rick Steves Tour: Anne Frank House, Amsterdam (Rick Steves)
by Rick Steves Gene OpenshawRick Steves' Tours eBooks are straightforward, self-guided tours of some of Europe's most popular museums, ancient buildings, and other points of interest, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Tour: Anne Frank House, Amsterdam-for less than the price of a cappuccino-Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a visit to the Ann Frank House, including when to go, how much it costs, and what's worth your time once you're there. With Rick's knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you'll also learn some interesting historical facts about the museum along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America's expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Tour: Anne Frank House, Amsterdam is a tour guide in your pocket-and on your smartphone.
Rick Steves Tour: Eiffel Tower, Paris (Rick Steves)
by Rick Steves Steve Smith Gene OpenshawRick Steves' Tours eBooks are straightforward, self-guided tours of some of Europe's most popular museums, ancient buildings, and other points of interest, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Tour: Eiffel Tower, Paris-for less than the price of a café au lait-Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a visit to the Eiffel Tower, including when to go, how much it costs, and what's worth your time once you're there. With Rick's knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you'll also learn some interesting historical facts about the tower along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America's expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Tour: Eiffel Tower, Paris is a tour guide in your pocket-and on your smartphone.Rick Steves' Tours and Walks are available for must-see locations throughout London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Amsterdam, Vienna, Budapest, Athens, and Istanbul.
Rick Steves Tour: Picasso Museum, Barcelona (Rick Steves Tour)
by Rick StevesRick Steves' Walks eBooks are straightforward, self-guided walking tours through some of Europe's most popular destinations, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Tour: Picasso Museum, Barcelona-for less than the price of a cappuccino-Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a visit to the museum, including when to go, how much it costs, and what to keep an eye out for once you're there. With Rick's knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you'll also learn some interesting historical facts about Pablo Picasso along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America's expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Tour: Picasso Museum, Barcelona is a tour guide in your pocket-and on your smartphone.
Rick Steves Tour: Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam (Rick Steves)
by Rick Steves Gene OpenshawRick Steves' Tours eBooks are straightforward, self-guided tours of some of Europe's most popular museums, ancient buildings, and other points of interest, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Tour: Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam-for less than the price of a cappuccino-Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a visit to the Rijksmuseum, including when to go, how much it costs, and what's worth your time once you're there. With Rick's knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you'll also learn some interesting historical facts about the museum along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America's expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Tour: Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam is a tour guide in your pocket-and on your smartphone.
Rick Steves Tour: Sagrada Familia, Barcelona (Rick Steves Tour)
by Rick StevesRick Steves' Walks eBooks are straightforward, self-guided walking tours through some of Europe's most popular destinations, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Tour: Sagrada Familia, Barcelona-for less than the price of a cappuccino-Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a visit to the church, including when to go, how much it costs, and what to keep an eye out for once you're there. With Rick's knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you'll also learn some interesting historical facts about the church along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America's expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Tour: Sagrada Familia, Barcelona is a tour guide in your pocket-and on your smartphone.