Attention to good writing, not just to surface correctness, helps students understand that effective texts follow conventions that depend on their audience, situation, and discipline.
Detailed coverage of critical thinking and argument by the author of the best-selling argument text
Everything's an Argument offers practical advice for analyzing texts and composing arguments and includes two complete student essays.
Up-to-date advice on research and documentation provides integrated coverage of library and Internet research, information on using sources effectively and avoiding plagiarism, and full coverage of MLA-, APA-,
Chicago-, and CSE-style documentation. Visual source maps show students how to evaluate, use, and document print and online sources in four documentation styles.
Expanded help for writing in the disciplines presents strategies for understanding discipline-specific assignments, vocabulary, style, and use of evidence. Plentiful student writing samples include research projects in MLA, APA,
Chicago, and CSE styles, business documents, and sample writing from introductory humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences courses.
Unique coverage of language and style includes chapters of advice and boxed tips throughout the book to help students communicate effectively across cultures — and use varieties of language both wisely and well.
An inviting design makes information easy to find and appealing to read.