The Brief English Handbook: A Guide to Writing, Thinking, Grammar, and Research - Softcover

Dornan (Late), Edward A.; Dawe, Charles W.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0321182723 ISBN 13: 9780321182722

Publisher: Pearson, 2003

Synopsis

This easy―to―use handbook features full―length coverage of composition basics in a concise and user―friendly format. Professors will appreciate its thorough attention to the writing process and critical thinking as well as grammar and research. Students will appreciate its user―friendly trim size, spiral bound format, and affordable price.

About this title

Synopsis

Through six best-selling editions, The Brief English Handbook has offered the convenience and coverage of other handbooks at half the cost. Known for its straightforward advice, accessible writing style, and clear organization, this student-friendly handbook features complete coverage of composition basics. Small, spiral-bound, and affordably priced, this handbook gives thorough attention to critical thinking, research, and the writing process in addition to chapters on argument, essay exams, and writing about literature. Hand-edited examples and numerous exercise sets and a section on ESL issues accompany the grammar discussions. Uniquely practical, this resource extends beyond college with significant coverage of resumes and workplace writing.

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"The Brief English Handbook "offers the convenience and coverage of other handbooks at half the cost. Despite its streamlined size "The Brief English Handbook" gives thorough attention to critical thinking, research, and the writing process in addition to chapters on argument, essay exams, and writing about literature. This resource even extends beyond college with significant coverage of resumes and workplace writing.

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0321182723
• ISBN 13: 9780321182722
• Binding: Spiral-bound
• Number of pages: 544