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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...