2012
First Published
4.15
Average Rating
607
Number of Pages
Traditional principles. Contemporary methods. Unparalleled results. This groundbreaking new writing series combines time-tested classical techniques―the imitation and analysis of great writers―with original composition exercises in history, science, biography, and literature. Skills • One- and two-level outlining • Writing chronological narratives, biographical sketches, descriptions, and sequences across the curriculum • Constructing basic literary essays on fiction and poetry • Researching and documenting source material • First volume of four that will prepare students for high-level rhetoric and composition Features of the • Writing assignments are modeled on examples from great literature and classic nonfiction • All source material for assignments is provided―no other books are needed • This Instructor Text provides scripted dialogue to use when the student has difficulty, plus detailed guidance on how to evaluate the student’s work • Student Workbook (sold separately) encourages independence by directing all assignments to the student • First volume of four that will prepare students for high-level rhetoric and composition
Avg Rating
4.15
Number of Ratings
34
5 STARS
53%
4 STARS
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3 STARS
12%
2 STARS
9%
1 STARS
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Author
Susan Wise Bauer
Author · 25 books
Susan Wise Bauer is an American author, English instructor of writing and American literature at The College of William and Mary, and founder of Well-Trained Mind Press (formerly Peace Hill Press).
