The very diverse selection of readings that engage students and offer excellent rhetorical models now includes 27 compelling new professional essays treating topics of current interest.
- Deborah L. Rhode shows “Why Looks Are the Last Bastion of Discrimination.”
- Paul H. Rubin makes a surprising case for “Environmentalism as Religion.”
- Maria Hinojosa in “A Supreme Sotomayor: How My Country has Caught Up to Me” shows how one judicial appointment has ramifications for all Latinas.
A new introductory chapter, “Becoming a Critical Reader,” explains the purpose of previewing, annotating, and summarizing, with advice, examples, and exercises for active learning.
Argument chapter updated with exciting new topics.
- Two new Casebooks ask, “What Can Be Done about the Shortage of Organ Donors?” and “Should the Government Fight Obesity by Taxing Sugary Drinks?”
- Two new Debates include “Are Internships Fair to Students?” and “Should American Citizenship Be a Birthright?”
The most thorough and effective coverage of working with sources and conducting research of any rhetorical reader has been expanded.
- Three full chapters of research coverage now include exercises so that students can practice their research skills as they learn; more on finding credible sources, particularly on the Internet; and more on avoiding plagiarism.
- A new appendix covers APA style and includes a sample student paper.
A fresh new design offers a pleasing, contemporary look.
An e-Book is now available for the first time ever — at about half the price of the print edition.