Community Talks In Herne Bay

13th September
Community Talks In Herne Bay
2.15pm-4.15pm History: Ancient, Political Rhetoric – How to See Through a Slick Politician with Dr Christopher Burden-Strevens, Ancient History Lecturer at the University of Kent. Rhetoric – the art of persuasive speech – was without exception the single most important art a Roman politician could practice. All major public business in Rome was conducted in an open forum, and the medium for communicating to the public. In a world before Twitter and the newsreel – was speech. As a result, Romans were acutely aware that Politicians could use their Rhetorical powers, not only to inform, but also, to lie and deceive. How did the Romans know when a politician was lying? How did they see through their oratorical tricks? And, can we use the same methods to see through similar tactics today? For details and to book a place ring Tel: 07919978883