Encyclopedia of rhetoric and composition
Subtitle: communication from ancient times to the information age
By: edited by Theresa Enos.
Contributors: Enos, Theresa.
Series: Garland reference library of the humanities ;; vol. 1389
Publisher: Garland Pub.
Published: 1996
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 803
Subjects: Rhetoric -- Encyclopedias.
Description: This reference guide surveys the field, covering rhetoric's principles, concepts, applications, practical tools, and major thinkers. Rhetoric is increasingly studied in the context of other disciplines, such as anthropology, linguistics, philosophy, psychology, and pedagogy, because its well-established rules and time-honored methods are useful for developing modern communications and writing skills. Drawing on the scholarship and expertise of 288 contributors, the Encyclopedia presents a long-needed overview of rhetoric and its role in contemporary education and communications, discusses rhetoric's contributions to various fields, surveys the applications of this versatile discipline to the teaching of English and language arts, and illustrates its usefulness in all kinds of discourse, argument, and exchange of ideas. The coverage has been tailored to meet the needs of American teachers and students.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.