Institutio Oratoria, Vol. 1 The Art of Rhetoric
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus, Institutio Oratoria, that remains a cornerstone of rhetorical study. This enduring work not only explores the technical intricacies of rhetoric but also provides profound insights into the art of oratory itself. In this first volume, covering Books 1 to 3, Quintilian lays the essential foundation for mastering the art of persuasion, making this a must-listen for anyone fascinated by the evolution of communication and public speaking.
Episodes
001 - Translator's Introduction
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
002 - Book 1 Letter and Preface
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
003 - Book 1 Chapter 1
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
004 - Book 1 Chapter 2
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
005 - Book 1 Chapter 3
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
006 - Book 1 Chapter 4
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
007 - Book 1 Chapter 5
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
008 - Book 1 Chapter 6
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
009 - Book 1 Chapters 7 to 9
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
010 - Book 1 Chapter 10
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
011 - Book 1 Chapters 11 and 12
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
012 - Book 2 Chapters 1 to 3
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
013 - Book 2 Chapter 4
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
014 - Book 2 Chapters 5 to 7
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
015 - Book 2 Chapters 8 to 11
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
016 - Book 2 Chapters 12 and 13
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
017 - Book 2 Chapters 14 and 15
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
018 - Book 2 Chapter 16
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
019 - Book 2 Chapter 17
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
020 - Book 2 Chapters 18 to 21
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
021 - Book 3 Chapters 1 to 3
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
022 - Book 3 Chapters 4 and 5
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
023 - Book 3 Chapter 6 part 1
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
024 - Book 3 Chapter 6 part 2
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
025 - Book 3 Chapter 7
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
026 - Book 3 Chapter 8
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
027 - Book 3 Chapters 9 to 11
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, born around 35 A.D. in Calagurris, rose to prominence as a leading educator in Rome, founding the first public school for rhetoric and receiving a state salary for his contributions. His legacy includes pivotal works such as On the Causes of the Decadence of Roman Oratory (De causis corruptae eloquentiae) and a collection of powerful speeches. Yet, it is his magnum opus
