Feminist historiography: Research methods in rhetoric

Rhetoric Society Quarterly Jan 2002

Feminist historiography: Research methods in rhetoric

Christine Mason Sutherland University of Calgary

Abstract

Abstract As a feminist scholar, I prefer to pursue primary research partly because it allows me to cooperate with other scholars instead of opposing them. I employ the feminist method of engagement with, not detachment from, the object of research, a holistic approach using rhetorical ethos and pathos as well as logos. However, I avoid taking positions excessively driven by ideology, or swayed by ultra‐relativism. Instead, I try to present the author's ideas in her own context. Feminist research is valuable as pure research, but it can also be useful in teaching. Future projects should include further study of the rhetorical theories of historical women, and some attempt to contribute to theorizing of sermo.

Journal: Rhetoric Society Quarterly
Published: 2002-01-01
DOI: 10.1080/02773940209391224
Open Access: Closed
Topics: empirical research

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