Description: The Troubled Rhetoric and Communication of Climate Change by Philip Eubanks Focusing on the rhetoric that surrounds the issue of climate change, this groundbreaking book analyses why the debate continues to rage and examines how we should argue when winning the argument really matters. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Despite an overwhelming scientific consensus, climate change remains one of the most controversial issues of our time. Focusing on the rhetoric that surrounds the issue of climate change, this groundbreaking book analyses why the debate continues to rage and examines how we should argue when winning the argument really matters. Going beyond routine condemnations of the wildest statements made by religious fundamentalists or spokespeople for fossil fuel interests, the book explains the mutually exacerbating problems that permit many of us greet catastrophic predictions with an equivocal shrug. It argues that the argumentative situation around climate change makes a certain kind of skepticism – "fair-minded skepticism" – not only possible but likely. The book also strikes a hopeful note, reminding us that people do change their minds in response to effective argumentation that appeals to deeply shared values. Offering new insight into an ongoing academic discussion about the nature of argument and how it can be undertaken more effectively and ethically, as well as a new perspective on the rhetoric of science and technology, this book will be a valuable resource to students and scholars of climate change, environmental humanities, rhetoric, environmental communication, sociology and science and technology studies. Author Biography Philip Eubanks is Professor of English at Northern Illinois University, USA. Table of Contents Introduction 1. What If Were Wrong About Whats Wrong with Argument? 2. The Trouble with Audience 3. I Do Believe in Science, I Do Believe in Science 4. Who Do You Doubt? 5. Reasoning Backwards Is Reasoning Forwards 6. Team Camo, Team Khaki 7. Team Camo and Team Khaki on Climate Change 8. The Attention Imperative 9. Chasing Ice, Chasing Eyes 10. How Should We Argue? Epilogue Review "In this highly readable but expert account of the rhetoric of climate change, Philip Eubanks offers a clear-eyed view of the difficulties that beset public argument in todays political climate. Faced with ideological intransigence, pervasive bias, misinformation, and epidemic mistrust, anyone who enters the debate, on any side, entertains poor prospects for success. And yet, Professor Eubanks gives us hope that the evidence will prevail, that rational argument remains possible, and that humanity will find the way to a future free from apocalyptic decline. This is a book that everyone should read."– M. Jimmie Killingsworth, Texas A & M University, USA."We all know about the climate debate, but do we understand it? This lucidly written book guides its readers through the tangle of rhetorical arguments that paralyze this debate and opens up a space for mutual understanding. It should be read by everybody interested in, or exasperated by, this global argument." – Brigitte Nerlich, The University of Nottingham, United Kingdom"Philip Eubanks explains the debate about climate change in ways that its never been explained before. Thoughtfully written, breathtakingly clear, and well-researched, the book actually models for us (and for our students) the appropriate forms of rhetorical debate Eubanks advocates. He gives us a sense of how we ought to be arguing about climate change." – Deborah H. Holdstein, Columbia College Chicago, USA."This book is incredibly engaging and readable, in part because of Eubankss skillful organization, but also in part because of his approachable and self-aware style. His tone suggests a deep familiarity with his material and a desire to interest a wide audience. (...) Taken together, the books ten chapters work toward building a portrait of climate change communication complex enough to match the "complexity, contingency, and uncertainty" of climate change itself (135)." - Rhetoric Review Review Quote "In this highly readable but expert account of the rhetoric of climate change, Philip Eubanks offers a clear-eyed view of the difficulties that beset public argument in todays political climate. Faced with ideological intransigence, pervasive bias, misinformation, and epidemic mistrust, anyone who enters the debate, on any side, entertains poor prospects for success. And yet, Professor Eubanks gives us hope that the evidence will prevail, that rational argument remains possible, and that humanity will find the way to a future free from apocalyptic decline. This is a book that everyone should read."- M. Jimmie Killingsworth, Texas A & M University, USA. "We all know about the climate debate, but do we understand it? This lucidly written book guides its readers through the tangle of rhetorical arguments that paralyze this debate and opens up a space for mutual understanding. It should be read by everybody interested in, or exasperated by, this global argument." - Brigitte Nerlich, The University of Nottingham, United Kingdom "Philip Eubanks explains the debate about climate change in ways that its never been explained before. Thoughtfully written, breathtakingly clear, and well-researched, the book actually models for us (and for our students) the appropriate forms of rhetorical debate Eubanks advocates. He gives us a sense of how we ought to be arguing about climate change." - Deborah H. Holdstein, Columbia College Chicago, USA. "This book is incredibly engaging and readable, in part because of Eubankss skillful organization, but also in part because of his approachable and self-aware style. His tone suggests a deep familiarity with his material and a desire to interest a wide audience. (...) Taken together, the books ten chapters work toward building a portrait of climate change communication complex enough to match the "complexity, contingency, and uncertainty" of climate change itself (135)." -Rhetoric Review nterested in, or exasperated by, this global argument." - Brigitte Nerlich, The University of Nottingham, United Kingdom "Philip Eubanks explains the debate about climate change in ways that its never been explained before. Thoughtfully written, breathtakingly clear, and well-researched, the book actually models for us (and for our students) the appropriate forms of rhetorical debate Eubanks advocates. He gives us a sense of how we ought to be arguing about climate change." - Deborah H. Holdstein, Columbia College Chicago, USA. "This book is incredibly engaging and readable, in part because of Eubankss skillful organization, but also in part because of his approachable and self-aware style. His tone suggests a deep familiarity with his material and a desire to interest a wide audience. (...) Taken together, the books ten chapters work toward building a portrait of climate change communication complex enough to match the "complexity, contingency, and uncertainty" of climate change itself (135)." -Rhetoric Review d building a portrait of climate change communication complex enough to match the "complexity, contingency, and uncertainty" of climate change itself (135)." -Rhetoric Review Details ISBN1138841188 Author Philip Eubanks Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Series Routledge Studies in Environmental Communication and Media Year 2015 ISBN-10 1138841188 ISBN-13 9781138841185 Format Hardcover Imprint Routledge Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 363.73874 Short Title TROUBLED RHETORIC & COMMUNICAT Language English Media Book Birth 1954 Publication Date 2015-05-14 Affiliation Northern Illinois University, USA Illustrations 1 Line drawings, black and white; 1 Illustrations, black and white UK Release Date 2015-05-14 AU Release Date 2015-05-14 NZ Release Date 2015-05-14 Pages 156 Subtitle The argumentative situation Alternative 9781138064331 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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Book Title: The Troubled Rhetoric and Communication of Climate Change
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Author: Philip Eubanks
Publication Name: The Troubled Rhetoric and Communication of Climate Change: the Argumentative Situation
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Language: English
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Publication Year: 2015
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