WRTG 7750 - Rhetoric II: Early-Modern to Contemporary Rhetoric

A survey of early modern and post-modern rhetorical theories, beginning in the 17th Century and working through to contemporary rhetorical theories. Readings, assignments, and class discussions trace the developments of early-modern to contemporary rhetorical theories through primary texts. Contemporary applications of previous rhetorical theories are also covered. Course emphases may vary by instructor/semester.