Written Communication Jan 1986

The Art of Rhetoric at the Amphiareion of Oropos: A Study of Epigraphical Evidence as Written Communication

RICHARD LEO ENOS

Abstract

Although the Amphiareion of Oropos is virtually unmentioned by ancient authors, epigraphical evidence reveals that for centuries this sanctuary was a frequent site of rhetorical and literary contests as well as a repository of written communication on these events. Based upon field work in Greece and archaeological reports, inscriptions are examined with other archaeological evidence to reconstruct the nature and duration of these events. This study illustrates that even a relatively small site can yield findings of major importance for the history of rhetoric and emphasizes that scholars should engage in such primary research.

Journal
Written Communication
Published
1986-01-01
DOI
10.1177/0741088386003001001
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Cited by in this index (1)

  1. Enos (1992)
    Why Gorgias of Leontini traveled to Athens: A study of recent epigraphical evidence1
    Rhetoric Review

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