Reading, Writing, and the Rhetorics of Whiteness

Exploring the intersection of composition, rhetoric, and critical whiteness studies, this volume reveals how whiteness and racism persist in higher education despite claims of a "post race" era. The authors analyze the impact of racism on literacy practices and the rhetoric that sustains white privilege, delving into themes like emotional investment in whiteness and the role of personal narratives in shaping racist identities. Through alternating chapters, they engage in a dialogue that highlights their experiences as educators, urging a critical examination of how whiteness influences pedagogical practices.