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The Rhetoric of Fiction
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An exploration of the persuasive power of storytelling in fiction.

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  1. What is the main argument of 'The Rhetoric of Fiction' by Wayne C. Booth?
  2. How does Booth define 'rhetoric' in the context of fiction?
  3. What are the key elements of Booth's theory of rhetoric in fiction?
  4. How does Booth analyze the relationship between author, narrator, and implied author in fiction?
  5. According to Booth, what role does the reader play in the interpretation of fiction?
  6. How does Booth discuss the use of irony in fiction?
  7. What are some examples of rhetorical devices that Booth examines in 'The Rhetoric of Fiction'?
  8. How does Booth address the issue of moral evaluation in fiction?
  9. In what ways does Booth challenge traditional literary criticism in his book?
  10. What are the implications of Booth's rhetoric-based approach to the study of fiction?