Arabic rhetoric: introductions and applications

This is a textbook that contains a comprehensive artistic summary of the most important topics in the science of Arabic rhetoric, as it includes diverse theoretical and practical material suitable for undergraduate students, and all those interested in developing Arabic language skills in the fields of understanding, writing, appreciation, and artistic creativity. To achieve this main goal, the author of this book followed a scientific approach based on refining issues, simplifying terminology, presenting grammatical and philosophical issues, and other matters related to ancient Arabic rhetoric. He tried to make it accessible, easy to understand, combining scientific benefit with literary enjoyment. In his writing, he also followed the approach of traditional rhetorical lessons, maintaining the known sections of knowledge in their order and classification, and emphasizing practical applications through Quranic, poetic, and prose texts. The book also includes brief references to some modern stylistic issues and attempts to connect them with traditional rhetoric theories, all aimed at developing the student's artistic taste, enhancing his cognitive and creative skills.