蘇軾〈上王兵部書〉篇章修辭探析

Research of Rhetorical Patterns in “Letter to Wang Bing-bu＂ by Su Shi

蘇軾〈上王兵部書〉一開始先援引相馬之說，闡述馬相與馬技的關係，並以此聯想到相士之術。然後，話鋒一轉，簡言自己的來歷與聽聞，婉轉地表達仰慕求見之心。最後，其又展現自信，暗示王兵部要把握機會，免得日後引以為憾。全篇表現得不卑不亢，分寸拿捏得宜。本文試從篇章修辭的角度出發，探討文章中所運用的行文手法與修辭技巧。

In the “Letter to Wang Bing-bu＂, Su Shi introduced theory of horse appraisal in the beginning to elaborate the relationship between horse appraisal and equestrian skills. Such relationship was associated with appraisal of talent. Then, he changed the subject to brief his background and experience, as well as imply his admiration for Wang Bingbu and desire for a proper introduction. Lastly, Su demonstrated self-confidence and hinted Wang to grasp the chance lest he would feel regret for letting the chance go. The whole letter was written in a moderate manner, expressing due demeanor. From the perspective of article rhetoric, the present study explored the writing skills and rhetoric adopted in the “Letter to Wang Bing-bu＂.