The Practical Stylist with Readings and Handbook (8 Rev ed)

Based on the premise that all writing involves arguing a thesis, this classic, authoritative rhetoric presents the essential tools for writing graceful, persuasive essays.

Emphasizing thesis and the structural integrity of the essay, The Practical Stylist provides a variety of organizational techniques to help students create sound essays, while the expository modes such as description, narration, and exposition are presented as strategies for supporting a thesis.

Numerous essay models are provided to illustrate the principles of organization and explore the dynamics of language.

A research paper chapter discusses online sources and the computerized library, and a brief handbook section provides help with grammar issues.