King’s “letter from Biminghm Jail”
Project description
Perform an in-depth analysis of Dr. King’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail” in which you apply elements of the Rhetorical Triangle to his essay. Identify examples of each of the three components of the triangle (Ethos, Pathos and Logos) and explain how the use of each element helps in the overall impact of Dr. King’s “Letter.” How does he make use of each element to promote his major thesis (that segregation is unjust and much be abolished), effectively reach his target audience (members of the Alabama clergy and white, moderate Christians) and establish the validity of his position and his movement