No Ideas But in Things: A Practitioner’s Look at Demonstrative Evidence

The power of visual stimulation in forming a persuasive argument cannot be understated. Poet Williams Carlos Williams famously wrote, “no ideas but in things….” In writing that line, it can be argued that Dr. Williams was simplifying a universal truth that carries over to modern-day courtrooms: The art of conveying ideas is most effectively done by showing, rather than telling, your audience what it should know. In Williams’ specific context, he appealed to readers with imagery that conveyed certain feelings or truths.

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