This book investigates the convergence of philosophy and rhetoric in a new era of inquiry, challenging traditional representational theories of knowledge. Ian Angus and Lenore Langsdorf present eight essays that explore how critical reasoning is fundamental to questioning itself. They argue that the traditional distinctions between truth-seeking in philosophy and persuasion in rhetoric have blurred, creating a new space defined by discourse. The collection examines this convergence across various fields, demonstrating its broad implications.

This collection is positioned as a significant contribution to the interdisciplinary study of philosophy and rhetoric, particularly for scholars interested in critical theory and communication. The essays are noted for their rigorous engagement with representational theories and their proposal of alternative conceptual frameworks for understanding knowledge and communication. The work is likely to appeal to academics and graduate students in philosophy, rhetoric, linguistics, and cultural studies seeking to understand the evolving landscape of intellectual inquiry.