Rhetorical Analysis Of 1984 By George Orwell

In speaking of effective rhetorical persuasion, we must appeal to our target audience in a way that will get them to accept or act upon the point of view we are trying to portray. Aristotle said that we persuade others by three means: (1) by the appeal to their reason (logos); (2) by the appeal to their emotions (pathos); and (3) by the appeal of our personality or character (ethos) (Corbett and Connors 32). When Socrates, an infamous rhetorician, gave his “apology” to his fellow Athenians after being accused of atheism or not believing in the gods and corrupting the youth with similar teachings, he employed all three modes of persuasion to prove his innocence. Despite the

Aristotle also believed that rhetoric can be forensic, epideictic, and deliberative, which is the second division of his work. The art of persuasion and a way of advising about things to come is the best definition of deliberate rhetoric. This pattern has been used throughout the film and it is another obvious appeal to make it more effective and achieve its goals. Aristotle argues that “for using deliberative rhetoric, the speaker needs to consider deterrents, inducements and the motives people have for avoiding or doing the actions in the question”

Rhetoric is defined as the art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing, especially the use of figures of speech and other compositional techniques. It is used to persuade an audience. According to Michael Austin in Reading the World: Ideas That Matter (661,664), Aristotle has three elements to persuasion: ethos, pathos and logos. Ethos is not just appealing to ethics, but it is establishing the speaker’s credibility and character. Pathos is an appeal to emotion to persuade an audience of something. Logos is an appeal to logic with things like facts and research. Any speaker that wants to persuade an audience to believe something should have an equal amount of all three elements. In the three videos, the speakers use

Aristotle’s rhetorical strategies can help a writer achieve the art of persuasion. John F. Kennedy’s inaugural speech is a perfect example of this. In

How does one obtain anything one has ever desired? Rhetorical appeals and persuasion use language to help one get what one wants. The three rhetorical appeals are logos, ethos, and pathos. Logos is the persuasion of an audience through logic and reasoning. Ethos is persuading an audience through the credibility of the author. Finally, pathos is the persuasion of an audience through the emotions of the audience. This paper will focus on how the creative use of language can be used not only for one’s personal gain, but to protect one from deception. This essay will only use evidence from Animal Farm by George Orwell, which is an allegory of Stalin’s rule and based off the events that happened during his rule. Animal Farm is a satirical book about animals taking control over a farm, but Napoleon and the other pigs are the forceful leaders. Napoleon is a pig whose only wishes are to get what he wants. To convince the other animals into doing what the pigs want, the pigs have to use persuasion through logos, ethos, and pathos.

Rhetoric is a course in which students are taught the values of persuasion. And yet, behind this course is the utmost power to corrupt the world, changing it into a world of our own policies. This power, even though seldom discussed, has lead to many intriguing discoveries. One such discovery is how people are able to shape the world they live in simply by choosing the right words. Therefore those who would want the world to be a better place must protect this power. If in the wrong hands this power could cause serious damage. Several authors have striven to protect rhetoric and its power. Few agree on the matter of defining rhetoric, but they know that they must protect rhetoric from dark souls. A single definition of rhetoric must maintain a simplistic nature while incorporating every aspect of rhetoric. However, I argue that rhetoric is a means of persuading audiences of a situation and a particular reality through language and personal appeal. In order to prove this definition I will discuss how rhetoric creates a situation, the shaping of a different reality, the audience, the use of language, and the personal appeal. Finally, I will demonstrate the absolute need for rhetoric.

In Rhetoric, Aristotle states, “Let rhetoric be [defined as] an ability, in each [particular case], to see the available means of persuasion” (Kennedy, 2007, p. 37). Aristotle is saying that rhetoric is not just the art of persuasion through speech. He was saying that rhetoric is the art of discovering the methods of persuasion available in all situations. This relates to the goal of many figures in the current day political climate. This goal is to discover methods of persuading as many people as possible as often as possible. A politician’s use or rhetoric can be compared to Aristotle’s study of rhetoric in that both utilize the artistic proofs and practice the three species of rhetoric. Aristotle’s definition of rhetoric closely matches the goals of modern politicians, and so rhetoric has become ingrained into our modern day political process.

In the novel 1984 by the author George Orwell we can clearly see his purpose which is introduced by a story where Winston Smith wrestles with oppression in Oceania, a place where the Party follows human actions with “The Big Brother” who’s always watching. Banning individuality or anyone who challenges the margin imposed by the Party, Winston dares to express his thoughts in a diary and looks for a relationship with Julia. These outlaw actions bring Winston to the eye of the oppression and is seen as a rebel.

The video clipped I chose to illustrate Aristotle may be very to the point, but it gives the viewer a reminder on who he was, and how important his works with rhetoric truly are. The clip clearly illustrates the meanings behind ethos, pathos, and logos, and puts these works in perspective by also giving the viewer and visual understanding of the artistic proofs. These three creations are the concrete stability of the art of persuasion, and from Aristotle himself, “rhetoric is the counterpart of dialect.” -Aristotle. (Herrick 70) Dialect plays an important part in rhetoric, and it tests out old and new ideas. Since Joshua was only applying his talents while using logos, the listeners were only viewing the intelligent side of his works in the subway. For people to connect, they need to feel the passion, and also the connection with one another. If Joshua were to play in front of the music hall for example, he would be connecting with his audience that has the same interests as him, and he would be able to show his ability else where rather just inside the building. Also, if the people on the street had the same musical interest as him, he would be more recognizable, thus giving him more of an opportunity to show his talents to people who share the same

Although the ancient classical rhetoric theory was basically concerned with oratory and to improve public speech, it was also meant to influence writing instructions. During the roman time for example, a process of composing a speech had evolved. The stages that were involved included discovering or inventing, organizing or arranging the ideas and putting them into words that enticed the public or audience. Of the ancient rhetoric, Aristotle is recognized for making a great contribution to the rhetorical theories which have formed the basis of today’s communication. Aristotle due to his contribution became known as the Father of Speech Communication (Sloane, 2001). In his rhetoric, Aristotle addressed the role of audience, speaker and the speech itself within the three pillars; logos, pathos and ethos. In ethos, Aristotle shows that before delivering the message, the audience must first accept the speaker’s credibility and worthiness of delivering that message. In pathos, the message must have the quality of persuasion that attracts the audience’s emotions. This means that the speaker’s message should evoke the feelings of love, compassion, sympathy or fear. In logos, Aristotle shows that the message should make sense and should be based on facts, evidence or statistics.

Scholars and historians of rhetoric consider the Greek philosopher, Aristotle, one of the great contributors to our present understanding of this art which, since its early origins and until present, has been a controversial field of study because of its association with persuasion and influence. However, readings of the many ancient and contemporary texts and analyses of the origins and the developments of this ancient art marginalized the role of the Sophists, who were the first to introduce rhetoric to Greece, and usually associated them with the bad reputation rhetoric has acquired over the years. Undoubtedly, Aristotle developed rhetoric in a more comprehensive and systemized explanation than what the Sophists offered, but an

Aristotle began teaching rhetoric while still a member of the Plato’s Academy, his approach to rhetoric was both scientific and pragmatic. Much of his theory is a response to criticisms of Plato and the inadequacies of the sophistic discourses on the issue of rhetoric. According to Aristotle, the sophistic treatises dealt with many non-essentials and overemphasized on courtroom speaking. Notably, Aristotle agreed with Plato that the sophists had not demonstrated a true techne of rhetoric. The system of rhetoric developed by Aristotle is perhaps the most advanced and influential ever and still provides valuable insights into diverse aspects of private and public discourse. Aristotle begins by asserting that rhetoric is the counterpart of dialect.

to the unjust rule of Athenian culture, first defining rhetoric in negative terms as a dangerous

Scholars of rhetoric consider the Greek philosopher, Aristotle, one of the great contributors to our present understanding of this art which, since its early origins and until present, has been a controversial field of study because of its association with persuasion and influence. However, an examination of ancient rhetoric and its development by the Sophists and then a study on Aristotle’s theory on rhetoric and how he concluded his findings direct our attention to whether this Greek philosopher only included in his theory what he described as inadequate and non-fundamental Sophistic teachings, or actually built up his theory on their techniques, long bashed and overlooked. In this essay, I consider Aristotle’s rhetoric is an evolution

Living under dark control from the government is difficult, but falling in love and almost getting away is even more difficult. In George Orwell’s novel, 1984, he warns us about how the power of the government and how it is continuously forced over the lives of citizens by spying and using fear to lower American freedom. During this discussion, totalitarian government, psychological improvement, and the characters Winston, Julia, and O'Brien will be included.