The Vocation of a Teacher: Rhetorical Occasions, 1967-1988

This critically acclaimed collection of articles and speeches by a renowned professor of English at the University of Chicago is a passionate celebration of teaching as a vocation, while also exposing the political and economic scandals that frustrate even the most dedicated educators.

With a clear eye and firm step, Booth addresses a wide variety of audiences, emphasizing the importance of rhetoric in liberal education.

This eloquent book provides a vigorous reminder of the traditional virtues of the scholar-teacher, making it an uncommon read for anyone interested in the art and craft of teaching.