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Made in America (Paperback)

An entertaining, anecdotal look at the origins of language and ideas in the USA. Bryson explains why two bicycle repairmen from Ohio succeeded in mastering manned flight, why the assassination of Pres...
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Fight for English (Hardback)

How Language Pundits Ate, Shot, and Left

Tells the story of the battles surrounding English usage. This book combines a chronological survey of key influences in the area of usage with discussion of particular themes such as punctuation, spe...
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Oxford Dictionary of Rhymes (Paperback)

From writing poems to writing birthday cards, and from the garret to the classroom, this title contains rhymes for 45,000 words, including proper names, place names, and foreign terms used in English....
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From Inquiry to Argument (Paperback)

From Inquiry to Argument blends inquiry, research, and argument by interweaving a discussion of argumentation strategies with instruction in critical thinking and research skills and with writing task...
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Collins Improve Your Grammar (Paperback)

An invaluable guide to the world of good grammar which breaks down the barriers that prevent many intelligent people from communicating effectively. Illustrations...
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Designs for Disciplines (Paperback)

An Introduction to Academic Writing

Grounded in genre theory, this text provides practical instruction on the development of sophisticated research papers. Addressing students as apprentice scholars and professionals, it offers a depart...
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Life-writing (Paperback)

Offers the novice writer engaging and creative activities, making use of insightful, relevant readings from well-known authors to illustrate the techniques presented. This volume makes use of the key ...
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Webster's New World Pocket Style Guide (Paperback)

The Webster's New World Pocket Style Guide is the portable key to effective writing. Its handy size and durable vinyl cover allow it to travel equally well in a backpack or briefcase. Complete and con...
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Shortcuts for the Student Writer (Paperback)

Wracking your brain over writing? Puzzled by punctuation? Groaning over grammar? This work gives you answers to your writing questions. It covers what you need to know such as: grammar, style, usage, ...
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