Argumentative Essays

A succinct handbook on reading and responding critically to argumentative texts, suitable alike for courses in informal logic and the argumentative/persuasive essay.

The Process of Argument: An Introduction is a necessary companion for anyone seeking to engage in successful persuasion: To organize, construct, and communicate arguments. It is both comprehensive and accessible: An authoritative guide to logical thinking and effective communication.

The Fastest, Easiest Way to Learn: Schaum's Quick Guides These concise, quick reference guides are perfect for business people, writers, and students at all levels. Written by top experts, they offer readers the easiest, most efficient strategies to master or learn a new skill. All Schaum's Quick Guides include do's and don'ts for avoiding common errors, handy checklists, and practice exercises for building skills quickly.

With a contemporary, open design, over 60 images and additional tables, charts, and graphs,The Writer's Worldsupportsvisual learnerslike no other text. Many chapter-opening photos are linked to concepts to help students retain key information. The Visualizing Writing CD-Rom, included in every copy ofThe Writer's World,features 55 audio and animated "mini-lectures" on key writing and grammar topics. These mini-lectures help engage visual and audio learners by providing pertinent information in additional format.

Essays are a major form of assessment in higher education today and this is a fact that causes some writers a great deal of anxiety. Fortunately, essay writing is a skill that can be learned, like any other. Through precise explanations, this fully updated edition of Writing Essays gives you the confidence to express yourself coherently and effectively.