Publisher's Synopsis
""An Abridgment of Lectures on Rhetoric"" is a book written by Hugh Blair and originally published in 1822. This book is a condensed version of Blair's original lectures on rhetoric, which were delivered at the University of Edinburgh in the late 18th century. The book covers the basics of rhetoric, including the principles of style, composition, and delivery. It also includes discussions on the different types of speeches, such as persuasive speeches, informative speeches, and ceremonial speeches. Blair's writing is clear and concise, and he provides numerous examples to illustrate his points. The book is intended for students of rhetoric, as well as anyone interested in improving their communication skills. Overall, ""An Abridgment of Lectures on Rhetoric"" is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their writing and public speaking abilities. It is a timeless classic that continues to be relevant and useful today.Greatly Improved By The Addition To Each Chapter Of Appropriate Questions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
