The Origin of Rhetoric is China's first systematic rhetoric work, written by Mr. Chen Wangdao. The first edition was published in two volumes by DJI Pu Shu on 1932. The book consists of 12 articles, which establishes the first scientific rhetoric system in China and is regarded as the foundation of modern rhetoric in China by academic circles.

The Origin of Rhetoric systematically explains various rhetorical methods and ways in Chinese and the principles of using these methods and ways, and points out its development trend. In the explanation and explanation, rich and appropriate examples of vernacular and classical Chinese are cited. It is helpful to the systematic study of rhetoric, the reading comprehension and appreciation of ancient and modern works, and the writing practice.