Literature and poetry sadly have a reputation for being snobbish. However, a deep study of these things should leave us shaky and tearful with understanding and gratitude. I always thought I was supposed to be a writer. When I was young, I felt that I had a gift with words, but this gift was tainted by my grubby, prideful

Dear Reader,The following is a feminist rhetorical analysis of one of my favorite books, Phantastes by George MacDonald. Though we use the word “feminist” in rhetorical criticism, it is not particular to females, nor is it political. Instead, it seeks to disrupt hegemonic views (long-standing ideologies). I hope you enjoy reading and are encouraged to pick up this

Logic can be a useful tool when sharing the gospel, particularly with certain personality types. However, art has the ability to transcend logic in order to reach the soul. This does not mean that we should abandon logic in our art development. Instead, a believer’s art ought to wrap around the bones, muscles and organs of the truth