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Understanding the SophistsThe antifoundational approach of the Sophists still influence composition studies today.- The Sophists Simarility to Modern RhetoricIn "Rereading the Sophists," Susan Jarrett points out aspects of narrativity that can be seen in Burke and Perelman.
- Edward Schiappa and Stephen ToulminThese two rhetorical theorists challenge various perspectives.
- The Sophistry of FollyIn Erasmus' Praise of Folly, Folly uses several techniques of classical rhetoric, including those of the ancient sophists.
- Socrates: Sophist or PhilosopherA short essay debating whether Socrates is a sophist or philosopher calling on excerpts from the "Trial of Socrates."
- Early Eastern vs Western PhilosophyRegarding the early Greek Sophists theory vs Lao Tzu & Buddhists
- Poetry and Evilrelationships between these two subjects.
- My PoetryI am well aware of the lack of depth in my poetry. Maybe some don't even consider it poetry, but they don't know what I know!
- Notes on Rhetorical HistoryHere is a synopsis of some important paradigm shifts in rhetorical history.
Rhetorical TheoryVarious theories about rhetoric from different perspectives.- Monalisa's Smile, a Hypertext of Godly SinsA poem on Monalisa's smile of mystery...