This edited volume fills a void in the literature concerning the purpose, practice, and pedagogy associated with performing rhetorical criticism. Literature regarding these issues—predominantly purpose—exists primarily as scattered journal articles and as sections within chapters of textbooks on rhetorical criticism. This book brings together 15 established rhetorical critics, each of whom offers well thought out and argued opinion pieces that stress the more personal nature of criticism. ...

In the eerie shadows of November 1895, The Black Cat Vol. 01 No. 02 emerges, a literary enigma that will haunt your imagination. Within its pages, a macabre tapestry of tales unfolds, penned by masters of the macabre. From the chilling whispers of Edgar Allan Poe to the haunting prose of Ambrose Bierce, this anthology invites you to delve into a realm where darkness reigns supreme. Prepare to be captivated by tales of murder, madness, and the supernatural that will linger in your mind long...

It may surprise you to know that 70% of human behavior is based on emotions, not logic. In fact, it is very easy to get increasingly irritated at people, places, and things.As an example, does any of this scenario sound familiar?It's Monday morning and you are ready to face the day. Everything at home is calm - pets are happy, coffee is ready, your hair and make-up turned out great, and you look and feel good. You get in the car and slowly and methodically ...

As of 2017, approximately 42.6 million adults over age 45 struggle with feelings of chronic loneliness. Twenty-five percent of the population lives alone, and over 50% of the population is unmarried. Results from a recent study of 300000 participants prove that individuals with weak or non-existent social connections actually increase their risk of early death by up to 50%.That is why this book exists.Inside this book are the stories of 22 women from around the world who, j...