About This Book
The Allyn & Bacon Guide to Writing (7th Edition)
ISBN: 9780321914224
The Allyn & Bacon Guide to Writing is a comprehensive textbook designed for first-year composition courses. It has been a go-to resource for students and educators alike, offering a detailed exploration of writing principles and meeting scope and sequence requirements for introductory writing courses.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in introductory writing courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in improving their writing skills, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of effective writing techniques.
History and Editions
The 7th edition of The Allyn & Bacon Guide to Writing has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and discussions on composition and rhetorical perspectives. This edition includes detailed updates on teaching methods and practical exercises, making it easier for students to produce effective, idea-rich essays in academic and civic genres. It has been widely praised for its groundbreaking integration of composition research and a rhetorical perspective.
Author and Other Works
John D. Ramage is the author of The Allyn & Bacon Guide to Writing. John Ramage received his BA in philosophy from Whitman College and his Ph.D. in English from Washington State University. He served for over thirty years on the faculties of Montana State University and Arizona State University, where he directed writing programs and chaired task forces on teaching and learning. In addition to this guide, Dr. Ramage co-authored Writing Arguments and Form and Surprise in Composition.
Key Features
- Grounded in Current Theory and Research: The book integrates the latest composition research and rhetorical perspectives.
- Practical and Teachable: It provides clear and coherent explanations, engaging classroom activities, and flexible sequence of aims-based writing assignments.
- Comprehensive Coverage: The text covers essential concepts in writing, reading, critical thinking, and editing.
- Numerous Examples: The book includes numerous examples of student and professional writing to illustrate key concepts.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780321914224
- eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9780321914224 (Note: This ISBN may also be available in e-book formats from various digital platforms.)
- Paperback: ISBN-10: 0321914228
Publication Details
- Publisher: Pearson
- Publication Date: 2014
- Number of Pages: 736
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
The Allyn & Bacon Guide to Writing is available in various formats, including hardcover and paperback. The 8th edition is also available, which can be accessed through Pearson Revel, an interactive learning environment.
Related ISBNs:
- 9780321914224 (Hardcover)
- 9780321914224 (eTextbook)
- 0321914228 (Paperback)
Note: The availability of e-book formats may vary, but these ISBNs are accurate for the specified formats.