The Passionate Empiricist by Marlana Portolano
This book introduces readers to the role that classical oratory played in changing early American attitudes about pure scientific research. Marlana Portolano investigates the impact of John Quincy Adams's oratorical campaigns on the origins of government-funded science in America, with a special focus on his classical theory of rhetorical engagement and civic duty."In this age where so much government funding of science is based in the military-industrial complex, it is fascinating to look at arguments for and against government funding of science at a time when such funding was not a given" — CHOICE
Marlana Portolano is Assistant Professor of English at Towson University.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780791477007 |
| ISBN 10 | 0791477002 |
| Title | The Passionate Empiricist |
| Author | Marlana Portolano |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | State University of New York Press |
| Year published | 2010-01-01 |
| Number of pages | 245 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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