The New Rhetoric of Chaim Perelman Statement and Response

The work of Chaim Perelman must be regarded as crucially influential in the 20th century restoration of rhetoric to its rightful place in the intellectual tradition of Western culture. In Perelman's masterly elaboration of "New Rhetoric," the ancient art becomes again a respected part of the method of learning and resumes its role of vital relevance to the human condition. The growing importance of Perelman's thought in recent years, particularly to the fields of philosophy, ethics, communication, and law suggests the need for this collection. It crystallizes Perelman's rhetorical thought in his own writings and presents representative responses to his New Rhetoric from scholars in rhetoric and communication. Contents: include: Perelman's Philosophical Perspective, Carlin Romano and Ray D. Dearin; Perelman's Contributions to Rhetorical Thought; Critical Responses to the "New Rhetoric," Karl R. Wallace, J. Robert Cox, Lisa S. Ede, Allen Scult, Louise A. Karon, Jam Measell, Don Abbot, Ray D. Dearin, Ralph T. Eubanks; Appendix: The New Rhetoric and the Rhetoricians, Chaim Perelman.