The book ""Advanced Course of Composition and Rhetoric: A Series of Practical Lessons"" was written by George Payn Quackenbos and was published in 1877. This book is a comprehensive guide for students who wish to improve their composition and rhetoric skills. It is designed to be used as a textbook in advanced courses on writing and public speaking.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of composition and rhetoric. The first section focuses on the principles of effective writing, including sentence structure, paragraph development, and the use of figurative language. The second section covers the art of persuasion, including the use of logic, evidence, and emotional appeals.The third section of the book is devoted to public speaking, including the preparation and delivery of speeches. It covers topics such as audience analysis, speech organization, and the use of visual aids. The final section of the book provides practical exercises and assignments to help students apply the lessons they have learned.Overall, ""Advanced Course of Composition and Rhetoric"" is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to improve their writing and public speaking skills. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it easy to understand and apply the lessons. The book is also filled with examples and exercises that help students practice and reinforce the concepts they have learned.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.