The Rhetoric of Sensibility in Eighteenth-Century Culture

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Focusing on the eighteenth-century's intrigue with the human body, this book delves into how physicality served as a powerful means of expression and communication. It examines the cultural and rhetorical implications of bodily sensations, highlighting how they shaped social interactions and literary discourse during this period. By analyzing various texts and cultural practices, the work reveals the significance of sensibility in understanding human experience and emotional expression in the context of the era.