Rhetoric, Through Everyday Things

Discover the transformative power of everyday objects in Scot Barnett's thought-provoking book, Rhetoric, Through Everyday Things. Published by The University of Alabama Press in 2017, this insightful work spans 280 pages and invites readers to explore the deep connections between rhetoric and material culture. Barnett contends that the recent focus on physical objects in the field of rhetoric should not just be seen as a new line of inquiry but as a fundamental opportunity to address rhetoric's complex relationship with physical reality and ontology. This book is essential for anyone interested in communication and culture, offering a fresh perspective on how the mundane can influence our understanding of rhetoric and its implications. Open your mind to a new way of seeing the world and the everyday objects that surround us!