Cfp: "Rhetoric and Law," 18th Biennial Conference, International Society for the History of Rhetoric (ISHR), University of Bologna, July 18-22, 2011.

The Society calls for papers that focus on the historical aspect of the theory and practice of rhetoric. In honor of the origin of the University of Bologna the main theme of the Conference will be "Rhetoric and Law". Papers dedicated to this theme will explore points of contact between rhetoric and law and their mutual influence through the centuries. Papers are also invited on every aspect of the history of rhetoric in all periods and languages and the relationship of rhetoric to poetics, literary theory and criticism, philosophy, politics, art, religion, geographic areas and other elements of the cultural context. Visit the conference website here: http://ishr-web.com/.