Call for Papers

The general theme of the Henry Sweet Society Colloquium 2025 is:

Linguistics and Rhetoric: A Tale of Two Frenemies

From its very beginnings the study of language in the Western world has been intimately related to rhetoric. Although the two branches eventually split, their mutual influence continues to this day, triggering at times lively discussions between the proponents of each field. Within this general theme, we welcome contributions on historical interaction between, on the one hand, language study and/or linguistics and, on the other hand, any kind of traditional lore on eloquence (such as Western rhetoric) from any part of the world. Contributions may, for example, explore questions related to the transfer of metalinguistic terminology and theoretical notions or to methodological controversies involving both fields.

Confirmed speaker: Anne GRONDEUX (CNRS – Université Sorbonne Nouvelle)

In addition, we cordially invite papers on any topic in the history of linguistics and linguistic ideas and practices. We also welcome proposals for panel discussions or thematic workshops.

 Presentations should not exceed 20 minutes allowing for 10 minutes of discussion.

Notification of acceptance will be made by 31 March 2025.

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