The Ethics of Rhetoric Paperback

Description: The Ethics of Rhetoric Paperback – April 30, 2015 In The Ethics of Rhetoric, Richard M. Weaver evaluates the ethical and cultural role of rhetoric and its reflection on society. Weaver draws upon classical notions of rhetoric in Plato's Phaedrus, and he examines the effectiveness and implications of the manipulation of language in the works of Lincoln, Burke, and Milton. In this collection of essays, Weaver examines how different types of rhetoric persuade, their varying levels of effectiveness and credibility, and how one's manner of argumentation and style of persuasion are indicative of character. Ultimately, Weaver argues that the cultivation of pure language creates pure people. Initially published in 1953, The Ethics of Rhetoric remains timeless in its evaluation of rhetoric's role in society.Richard M. Weaver (1910-1963) an esteemed scholar, humanist, cultural critic, and political philosopher, revolutionized conservativism of the mid-twentieth century. Weaver's original scholarship produced groundbreaking insight on human nature and society. Product detailsPublisher ‏ : ‎ Echo Point Books & Media; Reprint ed. edition (April 30, 2015)Language ‏ : ‎ EnglishPaperback ‏ : ‎ 242 pagesISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1626541108ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1626541108Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.6 ouncesDimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.55 x 9 inches NOTICE:INFORMATION IN THIS DESCRIPTION SUPERCEDES ANY INFORMATION LISTED ELSEWHERE. NO RETURNS/NO REFUNDS UNLESS THE LISTING STATES OTHERWISE. ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD "AS-IS" WITH NO WARRANTY. ONLY ITEMS DEPICTED IN THE PHOTOS ARE INCLUDED UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE DESCRIPTION AND VIEW ALL PHOTOS AND/OR VIDEOS CAREFULLY BEFORE MAKING A DECISION TO BID OR PURCHASE. PLEASE PAY ATTENTION TO THE SHIPPING POLICY. ITEMS MAY SHIP VIA A DIFFERENT METHOD THAN LISTED. IF YOU NEED FASTER DELIVERY, PLEASE LET US KNOW BEFORE BIDDING/PURCHASING. UNLESS PRIOR ARRANGEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE, PAYMENT IS DUE WITHIN 24 HRS OF PURCHASE OR THE ORDER WILL BE CANCELLED AND THE ITEM RELISTED. IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS OR NEED MORE INFORMATION, JUST ASK. SERIOUS INQUIRIES AND REASONABLE OFFERS ONLY. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE MESSAGES or SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS WHEN PURCHASING, WE NEVER SEE THEM UNTIL IT’S TOO LATE. IF YOU HAVE SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR PACKING OR SHIPPING ETC, YOU MUST SEND INSTRUCTIONS IN A SEPARATE MESSAGE BEFORE BIDDING/PURCHASING. WE WILL MAKE EVERY REASONABLE EFFORT TO ACCOMMODATE.NOTICE: A SIGNATURE MAY BE REQUIRED AT DELIVERY.

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