Ancient rhetoric and poetic

Name: Ancient rhetoric and poetic
Author: Charles Sears Baldwin

By Charles Sears Baldwin

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The author examines classical theories and practices of rhetoric and poetic through close readings and new translations of representative ancient writers, especially Aristotle, Cicero, Quintilian, Vergil, and Longinus. He contrasts techniques of public persuasion with those of imaginative composition, analyzes principles of style and structure, and traces how these technical doctrines shaped later medieval and Renaissance instruction. The study focuses on composition rather than metrics, supplies selective bibliographies and notes, and seeks to recover practical classical precepts useful for modern teaching and writing.

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Charles Sears Baldwin

Charles Sears Baldwin was an influential scholar in the field of literary theory and rhetoric. His works, including "Ancient Rhetoric and Poetic," "Medieval Rhetoric and Poetic to 1400," and "Renaissance Literary Theory and Practice," explore the evolution of rhetorical practices and literary forms from antiquity through the Renaissance. Baldwin's scholarship is notable for its comprehensive analysis of the historical context and development of rhetoric, making significant contributions to the understanding of literary heritage. His writings remain a valuable resource for students and scholars interested in the intersections of literature, rhetoric, and cultural history.