Simon & Schuster Handbook for Writers, 5th Edition - Hardcover

Troyka, Lynn Quitman

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9780130214577: Simon & Schuster Handbook for Writers, 5th Edition

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0130214574 ISBN 13: 9780130214577

Publisher: Pearson College Div, 1998

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Explains the purposes of writing, aids in the understanding of grammar, sentence structure, punctuation, gives the processes of research writing, and provides a section for ESL students.

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This comprehensive handbook features the clear, direct, and honest style that is the hallmark of Lynn Quitman Troyka. This bestseller begins with coverage of the writing process, giving extensive attention to critical thinking and writing argument, followed by treatment of all aspects of style, grammar, punctuation, and mechanics. Provides extensive coverage of MLA, APA, Chicago Manual, and CBE documentation styles, with each quickly identifiable by its distinctive color bar down the outer edge of the page. Features contextualized “Alerts” to remind readers of pertinent points of usage and punctuation. Displays key words in small capital letters to signal their inclusion in the Terms Glossary. Ideal for anyone utilizing writing in their profession or as an aid in writing courses. Editors, writers, teachers would find this a useful reference.

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