Rhetorical Effectiveness Of Einstein's Writing

Rhetorical effectiveness in writing is essential in order to communicate clearly. To analyze if writing is effective, the speaker must identify the audience and the subject of the composition while using techniques such as the incorporation of logos, ethos, and pathos. Einstein’s response of “Do scientists pray?”, in the letter “Dear Phyllis”, fails to recognize the audience and their level of understanding which undermines the effectiveness of his writing. Also, the lack of a concrete answer in his response cripples his stance on the argument and his credibility.
Einstein uses logos, logical appeal, to the audience by claiming that if science was correct, everything is determined by the laws of nature, which means that prayer cannot affect