Overview
Quintilian's Institutes of the Orator, in twelve books, is a comprehensive treatise on rhetoric by the Roman educator Marcus Fabius Quintilianus. This second volume continues Quintilian's systematic approach to the art of oratory, covering topics such as invention, arrangement, style, memory, and delivery. Originally published around 95 AD, Quintilian's work remains a cornerstone of classical education, offering invaluable insights into the principles of effective communication and persuasive speaking. Charles Rollin's edition makes Quintilian's work accessible to a wider audience, preserving the original text's integrity while providing a clear and understandable translation. This volume is essential for students of rhetoric, classical literature, and anyone interested in the art of persuasive communication. The enduring relevance of "Institutes of the Orator" lies in its timeless wisdom and practical advice on crafting compelling arguments and delivering memorable speeches.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
- | Author: Charles Rollin
- | Publisher: Hutson Street Press
- | Publication Date: May 22, 2025
- | Number of Pages: 00466 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 1023740591
- | ISBN-13: 9781023740593