Re: Ad Herrenium; the art of memory: Marcus Cicero Discussion Deck
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: An excellent introduction to the classical art of memory may be found in Dame Frances Yates book "The Art of Memory"
: You're probably already aware of this but I thought I'd mention it anyway!
: : : I don't know if it is taught. If you want to find out, read the book. There is a translation now into English. : : I do not know where to get the book. If you ever find out then be kind to tell me. : : The methods work! I tried them.
: : : : I have read a little of "De Oratore", but what I am really interested in is the pseudo-Ciceronian work "Rhetorica Ad Herrenium" and the lost art of memory the book descibes (so I've read). Is there anyone who can tell me if this art is still practiced/taught in the classical fashion? To learn an art of memory so powerful that one can remember a host of books down to the last word is truly a divine accomplishment, one which I hope to attempt. However, one cannot do everything on one's own. Please help me, somebody!!!