Wayne C. Booth

  • Wayne C. Booth was a renowned American literary critic and professor emeritus of English at the University of Chicago.

  • Wayne C. Booth is best known for his work in rhetoric and literary criticism, particularly his concept of the "implied author" in narrative fiction.

  • He authored several influential books, including "The Rhetoric of Fiction" and "Modern Dogma and the Rhetoric of Assent." Booth's work on The Craft of Research, co-authored with Gregory G. Colomb and Joseph M. Williams, reflects his expertise in writing and research methodology.

  • His contributions to literary theory and composition studies have had a lasting impact on academic writing and research practices across various disciplines.

Books by Wayne C. Booth