The St. Martin's Handbook

by Lunsford, Andrea A.

• ISBN13: 9781319107536
• ISBN10: 1319107532
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781319107567
• Additional ISBN(s): 9781319120252
• Edition: 9th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2020-10-30
• Publisher: Bedford/St. Martin's
• More Book Details

About This Book

The St. Martin's Handbook, 9th Edition

The St. Martin's Handbook, 9th Edition, is a comprehensive guide for college writers, particularly those in composition and rhetoric courses. Written by renowned author Andrea A. Lunsford, this handbook has been a trusted resource for students and educators alike for over two decades.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in introductory composition and rhetoric courses at the college and university levels. It is also a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their writing skills, including professionals seeking to enhance their communication abilities.

History and Editions

The 9th edition of The St. Martin's Handbook has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and discussions on writing pedagogy. This edition includes detailed updates on rhetorical strategies, grammar, and style, ensuring that it remains current and relevant. The handbook has been a staple in many educational institutions, providing a wide range of activities and exercises to help students practice essential writing skills.

Author and Other Works

Andrea A. Lunsford is a prominent figure in the field of composition and rhetoric. She is known for her clear and engaging writing style, which makes complex concepts accessible to students. Lunsford has authored several other books, including "The Everyday Writer" and "The Presence of Others," which are also widely used in composition courses.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in writing, including rhetorical strategies, grammar, and style.
• Rhetorically Grounded: The handbook is designed to be the most rhetorically grounded comprehensive handbook for composition.
• Study Tools: Built-in study tools like highlights and more are available to enhance the learning experience.
• Read Aloud: The eTextbook includes a read-aloud feature, allowing students to listen and follow along.
• Offline Access: The eTextbook can be accessed anytime and anywhere, making it convenient for students.
• Global Search: The book content, figures, and workbook can be searched across the eTextbook.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9781319107536
• eBook: Available through various digital platforms
• Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers

Publication Details

• Publisher: Bedford/St. Martin's
• Publication Date: October 30, 2020
• Number of Pages: Varies by format (typically around 500-600 pages)
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

• 10th Edition: Not available (this is the latest edition)
• Supplemental Materials: Not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases, but included with New copies[2].

Related ISBNs:

• 9781319107567 (VitalSource eTextbook)[1]
• 9781319448134 (Bound Text)[4]
• 9781319409883 (E-book and E-book Package)[4]
• 9781319448165 (Achieve and Paperback Package)[4]
• 9781319409913 (Paperback and Paperback Package)[4]

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for The St. Martin's Handbook, 9th Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Table of Contents

Brief Contents
 
Part 1: The Top Twenty
1 A Quick Guide to Editing Your Writing
 
Part 2: The Art and Craft of Writing
2 Expectations for College Writing
3 Rhetorical Situations
4 Exploring, Planning, and Drafting
5 Developing Paragraphs
6 Revising, Reviewing, and Editing
7 Reflecting
8 Working with Others
 
Part 3: Critical Thinking and Argument
9 Reading Critically
10 Analyzing Arguments
11 Constructing Arguments
 
Part 4: Doing Research and Using Sources
12 Preparing for a Research Project
13 Conducting Research
14 Evaluating Sources and Taking Notes
15 Integrating sources
16 Acknowledging Sources and Avoiding Plagiarism
17 Writing a Research Project
 
Part 5: Documenting Sources
18 MLA Style
19 APA Style
20 Chicago Style
21 CSE Style
 
Part 6: Designing and Performing Writing
22 Design for Print and Digital Writing
23 Presentations
24 Communicating in Other Media
 
Part 7: Academic, Professional, and Public Writing
25 Writing Well in Any Discipline or Profession
26 Writing in the Humanities
27 Writing in the Social Sciences
28 Writing in the Natural and Applied Sciences
29 Writing in Professional Settings
30 Essay Exams
31 Portfolios
32 Writing to Make Something Happen in the World
 
Part 8: Style: Effective Language
33 Language and Identity
34 Language Varieties
35 Writing to the World
36 Language that Builds Common Ground
37 Words Matter!
 
Part 9: Style: Effective Sentences
38 Concise Writing
39 Coordination and Subordination
40 Sentence Variety
41 Memorable Prose
 
Part 10: Clarity
42 Confusing Shifts
43 Parallelism
44 Comma Splices and Fused Sentences
45 Fragments
46 Modifier Placement
47 Consistent and Complete Structures
 
Part 11: Grammar
48 Parts of Speech
49 Parts of Sentences
50 Nouns and Noun Phrases
51 Verbs
52 Subject-Verb Agreement
53 Pronouns
54 Adjectives and Adverbs
55 Prepositions and Prepositional Phrases
 
Part 12: Punctuation and Mechanics
56 Commas
57 Semicolons
58 End Punctuation
59 Apostrophes
60 Quotation Marks
61 Other Punctuation Marks
62 Capital Letters
63 Abbreviations and Numbers
64 Italics and Hyphens