Elements Of Literature: Or An Introduction To The Study Of Rhetoric And Belles Lettres (1849)

Ansley, Eustace A

ISBN 10: 1164631772 / ISBN 13: 9781164631774

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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• Title: Elements Of Literature: Or An Introduction To The Study Of Rhetoric And Belles Lettres (1849)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1164631772
• ISBN 13: 9781164631774
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Elements of Literature: Or An Introduction to the Study of Rhetoric and Belles Lettres is a book written by Eustace A. Ansley in 1849. This book is a comprehensive guide to understanding the fundamental concepts of literature, rhetoric, and belles lettres. It is an essential resource for students of literature, rhetoric, and writing.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a specific area of literature. The first section deals with the definition of literature and its various forms, such as poetry, drama, and prose. The second section covers the basic principles of rhetoric, including the use of language, figures of speech, and the art of persuasion.The third section of the book focuses on belles lettres, which refers to the art of writing beautiful and elegant prose. This section covers topics such as style, tone, and the use of literary devices.Throughout the book, Ansley provides numerous examples from classic literature to illustrate his points. He also includes exercises and assignments to help readers apply the concepts they have learned.Overall, Elements of Literature: Or An Introduction to the Study of Rhetoric and Belles Lettres is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in understanding the art of literature and writing. It is a timeless guide that is still relevant today for students, writers, and scholars alike.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.