Synopsis
Organized around common rhetorical situations that occur all around us, INVENTING ARGUMENTS shows you that argument is a living process rather than a form to be modeled. Through the text's prominent focus on invention, you will learn to recognize the rhetorical elements of any argumentative situation and apply the tools of argument effectively in your own writing. The basic layers of argument are introduced in early chapters, with material arranged into increasingly sophisticated topics beginning with the most obvious or explicit layers (claims) and moving to more implied or "hidden" layers (assumptions, values, beliefs, ideology). By the time you finish Part 1, you will have a thorough understanding of argument, which you can then apply not just to the invention projects in Chapters 7-12 but also to your writing for other college courses and beyond.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Authors
John Mauk has a Ph.D. in rhetoric and writing from Bowling Green State University and a Masters in language and literature from the University of Toledo. Scholarship includes an article on critical geography and composition (COLLEGE ENGLISH, March 2003). Mauk now teaches composition and rhetoric courses at Northwestern Michigan College. In 2007, he served on the NCTE Nominating Committee.
John Metz has a B.A. in English from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania (1983) and an M.A. in English from the University of Toledo (1985). He has taught first-year writing for over 20 years and currently teaches at Kent State University at Geauga in Twinsburg, Ohio.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Inventing Arguments
Stock Image
Inventing Arguments
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Acceptable. Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00077548078
Stock Image
Inventing Arguments
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00081386641
Stock Image
Inventing Arguments
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. 3rd Edition. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 13436837-6
Stock Image
Inventing Arguments
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. 3rd Edition. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 4078694-6
Stock Image
Inventing Arguments
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0840027753I3N00
Stock Image
Inventing Arguments
Seller: Textbookplaza, Sugar land, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. Need it urgently? Upgrade to Expedited. In stock and we ship daily on weekdays & Saturdays. Seller Inventory # V3er
International Edition
ISE INVENTING ARGUMENTS
International EditionSeller: Basi6 International, Irving, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Brand New. New.SoftCover International edition. Different ISBN and Cover image but contents are same as US edition. Expediting shipping for all USA and Europe orders excluding PO Box. Excellent Customer Service. Seller Inventory # ABEOCT25-127164
International Edition
ISE INVENTING ARGUMENTS
International EditionSeller: Romtrade Corp., STERLING HEIGHTS, MI, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Brand New. Soft Cover International Edition. Different ISBN and Cover Image. Priced lower than the standard editions which is usually intended to make them more affordable for students abroad. The core content of the book is generally the same as the standard edition. The country selling restrictions may be printed on the book but is no problem for the self-use. This Item maybe shipped from US or any other country as we have multiple locations worldwide. Seller Inventory # ABNR-2692
International Edition
Inventing Arguments 3Ed (Pb 2013)
International EditionSeller: UK BOOKS STORE, London, LONDO, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Brand New! Fast Delivery This is an International Edition and ship within 24-48 hours. Deliver by FedEx and Dhl, & Aramex, UPS, & USPS and we do accept APO and PO BOX Addresses. Order can be delivered worldwide within 7-10 days and we do have flat rate for up to 2LB. Extra shipping charges will be requested if the Book weight is more than 5 LB. This Item May be shipped from India, United states & United Kingdom. Depending on your location and availability. Seller Inventory # CBS 9780840027757
Stock Image
Inventing Arguments
Seller: The Book Spot, Sioux Falls, MN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. Seller Inventory # Abebooks271858