{"product_id":"political-rhetoric-in-theory-and-practice-a-reader-9781009367387","title":"Political Rhetoric in Theory and Practice: A Reader","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003ePolitical Rhetoric in Theory and Practice combines classic statements of the theory of political rhetoric with a rich array of political speeches, from Socrates to Martin Luther King Jr., Pericles to Richard Nixon, Sojourner Truth to Phyllis Schlafly, to encourage the serious study of rhetoric. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Unspecified\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 376 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 16 November 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cambridge University Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePolitical Rhetoric in Theory and Practice is a comprehensive introduction to the art of rhetoric or persuasive speaking. This invaluable resource is a compilation of primary sources, seamlessly merging classic statements of political rhetoric from renowned figures such as Aristotle, Isocrates, Demosthenes, Cicero, and more, with a diverse array of political speeches spanning from the wisdom of Socrates to the powerful orations of Martin Luther King Jr., Pericles to Richard Nixon, Sojourner Truth to Phyllis Schlafly. These speeches serve as remarkable examples of the three principal types of rhetoric: judicial, deliberative, and epideictic, as well as the various rhetorical proofs employed. Organized thematically, the speeches showcase a wide range of speakers, diverse subject matters, and profound themes. In a time when the practice of democracy and democratic deliberation faces significant challenges, this book aims to foster a deeper appreciation for rhetoric by presenting essential examples of it, encompassing both its noble and unscrupulous manifestations. By delving into the complexities of political discourse, readers will gain valuable insights into the power of words, the art of persuasion, and the role of rhetoric in shaping public opinion and influencing political outcomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 548g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 154 x 229 x 25 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781009367387\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Unspecified","offer_id":44842350805242,"sku":"9781009367387","price":24.74,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1701454434325_book.jpg?v=1701689272","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/political-rhetoric-in-theory-and-practice-a-reader-9781009367387","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}