Quintiliani Institutionis Oratoriae Liber X, Part 1: Introduction And Text (1903)

Quintiliani Institutionis Oratoriae Liber X, Part 1: Introduction And Text (1903) is a book written by Quintilian, a Roman rhetorician and educator who lived in the first century AD. The book is part of his larger work, the Institutio Oratoria, which is a comprehensive guide to the art of public speaking and rhetoric. This particular volume focuses on the tenth book of the Institutio Oratoria, which is dedicated to the study of style in oratory. The book is divided into two parts: an introduction and the text of the tenth book itself. The introduction provides background information on Quintilian and his work, as well as an overview of the contents of the tenth book. It also discusses the historical and cultural context in which the book was written, and the importance of rhetoric and public speaking in ancient Rome. The text of the tenth book is a detailed exploration of the various elements of style in oratory, including word choice, sentence structure, and figurative language. Quintilian provides examples of effective and ineffective styles, and offers guidance on how to use language to persuade and inspire audiences. Overall, Quintiliani Institutionis Oratoriae Liber X, Part 1: Introduction And Text (1903) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of rhetoric and public speaking, as well as for those looking to improve their own skills in these areas.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.