Thomas Reid was familiar with diverse rhetorical theories, but he believed all eloquence displays immutable fundamental rules. This essay examines his philosophy of rhetoric and identifies the principles to which he was committed. These include his classification of knowledge, emphasis on artistic expression, and theory of natural signification.
Quarterly Journal of Speech
Volume 64, 1978 - Issue 4
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