Readings on the Rhetoric of Social Protest

by Charles E. Morris III, Stephen H. Browne

This volume includes thirty of the most significant essays from the literature on social protest rhetoric. From Leland Griffin's groundbreaking work, "The Rhetoric of Historical Movements," to very recent case studies of specific movements, the selections show the evolution of a dynamic scholarship—its theoretical foundations, the debates that shape further inquiry, the critical studies that illustrate key theoretical positions. Substantive introductions to the three sections highlight key points, vital connections, and recurring conflicts. A selected bibliography helps students launch their own research on social movements.

465 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2001