Write to Learn

Murray, Donald M.

ISBN 10: 0155019864 / ISBN 13: 9780155019867

Published by Harcourt College Pub, 1996

Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00081449397

Synopsis:

Three new chapters have been added to this popular guide to the writing process, making the fifth edition the most complete and efficient ever. Putting the beginning composition student at ease with his sensible approach, renowned award-winning writer Donald Murray initiates student writing from the very first pages and introduces sequential writing skills that help students find a voice, understand forms of writing, and appreciate the writing of others. The three new chapters provide guidelines for various writing tasks, case histories of the writing process, and connects good writing with effective reading.

Review: "Author Donald Murray's enthusiasm for writing is infectious, and his breezy, conversational tone inspires confidence in even the most self-conscious writers."

"WRITE TO LEARN is a ?great little book.? It is substantive enough for teaching, yet fun. Murray's voice is easy on the ear. The writer's ear that is. . . . .He gets it and wants us to get it too!"

"Murray's friendly tone encourages students to forget their fears and to start writing for fun. He speaks directly to the reader in a familiar way, and students feel empowered and passionate about writing."

"WRITE TO LEARN is a 'great little book.' It is substantive enough for teaching, yet fun. Murray's voice is easy on the ear. The writer's ear that is. . . . .He gets it and wants us to get it too!"

"Author Donald Murrays enthusiasm for writing is infectious, and his breezy, conversational tone inspires confidence in even the most self-conscious writers."

"WRITE TO LEARN is a great little book. It is substantive enough for teaching, yet fun. Murrays voice is easy on the ear. The writers ear that is. . . . .He gets it and wants us to get it too!"

"Murrays friendly tone encourages students to forget their fears and to start writing for fun. He speaks directly to the reader in a familiar way, and students feel empowered and passionate about writing."

"Author Donald Murrayas enthusiasm for writing is infectious, and his breezy, conversational tone inspires confidence in even the most self-conscious writers."

"WRITE TO LEARN is a agreat little book.a It is substantive enough for teaching, yet fun. Murrayas voice is easy on the ear. The writeras ear that is. . . . .He gets it and wants us to get it too!"

"Murrayas friendly tone encourages students to forget their fears and to start writing for fun. He speaks directly to the reader in a familiar way, and students feel empowered and passionate about writing."

Bibliographic Details

Title: Write to Learn
Publisher: Harcourt College Pub
Publication Date: 1996
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 5th or later Edition