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Rhetorical Communities: Understanding Language, Power, and Communication Across Contexts

Rhetorical Communities guides students in analyzing and engaging with the practices, values, and expectations that shape communication within different communities. Beginning with foundational concepts of rhetoric and discourse community theory, the text progresses through genre analysis, audience and context, composing processes, collaboration, and ethical considerations, while highlighting how identity and power influence discourse. Emphasizing real-world examples and community contexts, this book helps students understand and participate in rhetorical practices across academic, professional, and civic settings.

Author

Leigh Meredith; Phil Choong; Melisa Garcia

Publisher

Leigh Meredith, Phil Choong, and Melisa Garcia

Year

2025

Source

Open Textbook Library

License

CC BY-SA

Language

EN

Category

English