Eloquence Quote by Anonymous
““We might think then of rhetorical production as an extended intentional state in which rhetoric emerges from the dynamic, ongoing intra-actions of human and nonhuman entities all projecting toward each other.””
About This Quote
Source Paper: Rhetorical Theory, 2018
Rhetoric emerges from ongoing interactions between humans and nonhuman entities, forming an extended intentional state.
In simple terms: Rhetoric is a dynamic, shared process.
Key Takeaway
Consider all participants in communication.
Themes
rhetoric
interaction
agency
Mood
critical
inquisitive
Type
theoretical
analytical
When to use this quote
- design meetings
- AI communication
- environmental advocacy
Key Concepts
posthumanism
intentionality
systems theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How do objects shape our arguments?
- Can rhetoric be truly collaborative?
A Different Perspective
Nonhuman influence can be hard to measure.
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