Language Arts & Disciplines

A distinctive collection of more than 90 effective poetry-writing exercises combined with corresponding essays to inspire writers of all levels.Author: Robin BehnPublisher: William Morrow & CompanyPublished: 09/23/1992Pages: 320Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.54lbsSize: 8.04h x 5.34w x 0.83dISBN: 9780062730244

This boon to logophiles, culled from Buckley: The Right Word, presents the author's most erudite, outré, and interesting words - from prehensile and sciolist to rubric and histrionic - complete with definitions, examples, and usage notes. Introduction by Jesse Sheidlower; illustrations by Arnold Roth.Author:...

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The Associated Press Guide to News Writing, is the standard professional resource for both novice and experienced news writers. This practical handbook is the ideal writing style guide for all reporters, writers, editors, and English and journalism students. It covers all the essentials of...

How rhetoric--the art of persuasion--can help us navigate an age of misinformation, conspiracy theories, and political acrimony The discipline of rhetoric was the keystone of Western education for over two thousand years. Only recently has its perceived importance faded. In this book, renowned rhetorical...

Widely acknowledged as the benchmark text for both students and RIM professionals ("extremely comprehensive and accessible," raves Archival Issues) the new third edition updates its authoritative blend of theory and practice to reflect the field's dynamically evolving environment, including the rapid rise of applications...

A distinguished novelist and critic inspires readers and writers with this inside look at how the professionals read--and write Long before there were creative writing workshops and degrees, how did aspiring writers learn to write? By reading the work of their predecessors and contemporaries,...

"Wolf restores our awe of the human brain--its adaptability, its creativity, and its ability to connect with other minds through a procession of silly squiggles." -- San Francisco ChronicleHow do people learn to read and write--and how has the development of these skills transformed...

For students of classical, medieval, and early modern literature and of the history of education, Kennedy (classics emeritus, U. of North Carolina-Chapel Hill) presents and comments on four Greek treatises for teaching prose composition and elementary rhetoric. They were written during the time of...

First published in 1958, this is a simple and concise Navajo-English only dictionary. It has over 9000 entries and contains many useful every day expressions. It was originally intended for the native Navajo speaker to learn English and for non-Navajos who want to acquire...

The Longman Academic Writing Series helps English language students master the writing skills needed to succeed in their academic careers. The fi ve-level series spans writing topics from composing sentences to writing research papers. Each level covers the complete writing process from prewriting to...

Lonely Planet's Hebrew Phrasebook and Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful Indian phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Ask directions in Hebrew, visit theHoly Land and chat with locals; all with your trusted...

This monumental new edition celebrates the vitality of the Lakota language today and will be a valuable resource for students and teachers alike. The most complete and up-to-date dictionary of Lakota available, this new edition of Eugene Buechel's classic dictionary contains over thirty thousand...

Library of America launches a definitive collected edition of one of the most original and electric writers of our time with a volume gathering her five iconic books of the 1960s & 70s Joan Didion's influence on postwar American letters is undeniable. Whether writing...

Improve 2024-25 ISASP Test ScoresPractice workbooks to confidently prepare and excel in the 2025 Iowa Grade 3 English Language Arts Assessments!This 3rd Grade ISASP ELA Workbook is designed by expert teachers to boost your child's test scores by 10-15 points. Featuring hundreds of practice...

"I'll tell you later" The most damaging promise a hearing family member can make to a Deaf person.For centuries, Deaf people were expected to sit quietly at the table when their hearing families shared a meal. Some might have asked the person sitting nearby,...

All academics need to write, but many struggle to finish their dissertations, articles, books, or grant proposals. Writing is hard work and can be difficult to wedge into a frenetic academic schedule. How can we write it all while still having a life? In...

Now with new material on inclusive language, peer review, sample essay prompts, and more, this indispensable guide helps you hone your writing skills for success in college and in life. Every student knows that writing a successful college paper is no small undertaking. To...

Puzzled by past tenses? Confused be comparatives? The English for Everyone Grammar Practice Book is packed with practice questions and activities to help you learn essential English grammar through visual and engaging content. The Grammar Practice Book helps you to develop your practical English...

Are you looking to brush up on your English idioms? English for Everyone: English Idioms can help you to understand the context and use of hundreds of native English expressions. Take your practical English usage to the next level and build your confidence in...