Thinking Rhetorically: A Guide to College Writing [Rental Edition]

by Bean, John C.

• ISBN13: 9780137678587
• ISBN10: 0137678584
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780137678501
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780134424521, 9780137678488
• Edition: 9
• Format: Textbook
• Copyright: 2022-04-01
• Publisher: Pearson Rental Program
• More Book Details

About This Book

Thinking Rhetorically: A Guide to College Writing, 9th Edition

Thinking Rhetorically is a comprehensive guide designed to help students develop the essential writing, researching, and editing skills they need in college and beyond. This book is grounded in current theory and research, making it a practical and teachable resource for instructors.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and educators in introductory college writing courses. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in improving their writing skills, including professionals looking to enhance their communication abilities.

History and Editions

The 9th edition of Thinking Rhetorically has been significantly revised to incorporate the authors' recent research and respond to new developments in scholarship and pedagogy. This edition includes 10 diverse new examples of student writing, new and revised chapters, and assignments designed to help students produce effective essays in academic and civic genres.

Author and Other Works

John C. Bean and June Johnson are the authors of Thinking Rhetorically. John Bean is known for his expertise in composition theory and his ability to make complex concepts accessible to students. June Johnson brings her experience in teaching and research to the text, ensuring that it remains current and relevant.

Key Features

• Interdisciplinary Approach: The book is newly reorganized around interdisciplinary metagenres, providing a broad understanding of writing across various disciplines.
• Engaging Classroom Activities: The text includes engaging classroom activities designed to evoke deep learning and help students transfer compositional and rhetorical skills across disciplines and professions.
• Updated Research: The 9th edition includes the latest research in composition theory and practice, making it a valuable resource for both students and instructors.
• Diverse Examples: The book features 10 diverse new examples of student writing, providing students with a wide range of models to learn from.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780137678587
• eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9780137678594
• eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9780137678600
• Loose-leaf: ISBN-13: 9780137678617
• Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers

Publication Details

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication Date: May 1, 2022
• Number of Pages: Varies by format
• Language: English
• Item Weight: Varies by format
• Dimensions: Varies by format

Other Editions and Formats

The 8th edition is available through Pearson and other retailers. Related ISBNs include:

• 9780137678594
• 9780137678600
• 9780137678617
• 9780137678624

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Thinking Rhetorically: A Guide to College Writing, 9th Edition.