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Public speaking was central to success in many societies in classical antiquity leading to a wide range of persuasive techniques being developed in this period. Some of the main appr… Read More
Analogy – A direct comparison to another relationship, to show the similarities in between the two, often to explain in a creative manner.Example: “Which is not to say that a rea… Read More
If you’re looking for anaphora examples to master your understanding of this literary device, this post is for you!
After reading this post, you’ll be able to identify anaph… Read More
Looking for a definitive list of literary devices?
Ready to learn about the mighty metaphor? Or its simpering cousin, the simile?
We’ve compiled a handy-dandy list of 57 literary… Read More
Have you ever read an article or book, or listened to a speech, and noticed the repetition of a word or words at the end of successive paragraphs? That’s called epistrophe.
Epistrophe… Read More
What Is anaphora?
What Is anaphora?
There are several parts to anaphora, including:
Repetition of the same word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses
Repetition of the same… Read More
Epiphora and anaphora are words you likely don’t recognize. However, it’s safe to assume that you have read and heard these rhetorical devices many times before without realizing… Read More
Passion is what makes good writing but only practice is what makes good writing real. Walking into the classroom with a bunch of blank papers, pencils, and big expectations is not the best a… Read More
I just learned it’s Abraham Lincoln’s birthday today (or would have been if he’d still been alive; is there a word for the anniversary of someone’s date of birth, eve… Read More