Persuasive Acts

Persuasive Acts Synopsis

Editors Shari J. Stenberg and Charlotte Hogg gather timely and provocative rhetorics that represent critical issues and rhetorical affordances of the twenty-first century. Rhetors in the anthology make use of technologies that extend the availability and reach of rhetoric; address new political and civic issues of concern to women; and explore changing conceptions of gender. Contributors range from well-known figures like Hillary Clinton, Malala Yousafzai, and Michelle Obama to writers, bloggers, and makers. Each primary text is prefaced with an engaging critical introduction that situates the rhetor in cultural context, highlights key rhetorical strategies, and offers additional resources to readers. Both nuanced and accessible, this collection is appropriate for scholars and students alike, who will find in its pages new ways to interpret the rhetorical canon and exciting possibilities for future women's rhetorical acts.