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Build solid writing habits with a practical guide to composition and rhetoric.
This enduring text by William Edward Mead offers straightforward guidance for students learning to express ideas clearly and persuasively.
Rooted in classroom experience, the book emphasizes core skills like selecting a sharp topic, planning a logical structure, and revising with care. It treats writing as a craft that grows through practice, reading good models, and careful attention to word choice and sentence structure. The edition covers theory and practice alike, with clear explanations and concrete exercises designed for beginners and advancing writers.
- How to choose a topic that invites thoughtful discussion and original perspective.
- How to organize ideas with a clear plan and coherent progression.
- How to craft precise sentences and effective paragraphs.
- How to revise for unity, clarity, and impact.
Ideal for students and educators seeking a reliable, hands-on approach to improving writing and rhetoric.
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