Publisher's Synopsis
A Practical System of Rhetoric or The Principles and Rules of Style: Inferred from Examples of Writing is a book authored by Samuel Phillips Newman and first published in 1834. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the principles and rules of style in writing, with the aim of improving the reader's ability to communicate effectively and persuasively. It is a practical guide that draws on numerous examples of writing from various sources, including literature, history, and contemporary works, to illustrate the concepts it presents.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a specific aspect of rhetoric and style. The first section introduces the basic principles of rhetoric, including the importance of clarity, precision, and conciseness in writing. The subsequent sections cover topics such as sentence structure, figurative language, and the use of rhetorical devices such as repetition and parallelism.Throughout the book, Newman emphasizes the importance of using language effectively to achieve specific goals, whether it be to persuade, inform, or entertain. He also provides practical advice on how to tailor one's writing to different audiences, and how to adapt one's style to different genres and contexts.Overall, A Practical System of Rhetoric or The Principles and Rules of Style: Inferred from Examples of Writing is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their writing skills or to gain a deeper understanding of the principles of effective communication. It remains a classic work on rhetoric and style, and is still widely read and studied today.To Which Is Added A Historical Dissertation On English Style.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.
