The Eloquent Peasant The First Study Of Rhetoric In Ancient Egyptian Literature

by Charles F. Horne

Book Overview

The Eloquent Peasant is a book written by Charles F. Horne that explores the first study of rhetoric in ancient Egyptian literature. The book focuses on the story of a peasant who is wronged by a corrupt official and seeks justice through his eloquence and persuasive speech. Horne analyzes the use of rhetoric in the story and its significance in ancient Egyptian culture. The book provides insights into the literary and rhetorical techniques used by...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425328415
• ISBN13: 9781425328412
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"