Book review: political rhetoric: ‘a mildly dirty word’ because of its association with deception, or a linguistic tool with which to draw out the truth?

Abstract

In Political Writing, Adam Garfinkle demonstrates how political rhetoric can be communicated through blogs, speeches, and reports, it provides a valuable assessment and guide on how a message can be conveyed in a convincing and insightful manner. Andrew S. Crines finds that it provides an insightful introduction to rhetorical theory, the character of political elites, and the intellectual heritage of rhetoric. Political Writing: A Guide to the Essentials. Adam Garfinkle. M.E. Sharpe. May 2012