Author Description
This introductory semantics reader for freshman composition provides 44 readings organized according to principles and ideas about language rather than rhetorical mode.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates the fundamental relationship between language, thought, and social interaction through a curated collection of semantic readings. Authors Donna Cross and James MacKillop utilize their expertise in linguistics and composition to assemble a diverse array of essays that challenge students to analyze how words shape human perception. The primary argument posits that understanding the mechanics of language is essential for effective communication and critical thinking in academic settings.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- 44 distinct readings focused on linguistic theory and usage
- Thematic organization based on semantic principles rather than rhetorical modes
- Analytical exercises designed for freshman composition courses
Scope Limits
- Does not provide an exhaustive history of linguistics
- Does not focus on creative writing or literary analysis techniques
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Educators frequently utilize this text as a foundational resource for teaching students how to deconstruct complex language patterns. Experts highlight the thematic organization as a practical alternative to traditional mode-based composition readers.
Page Count:
316
Publication Date:
1986-01-01
ISBN-10:
0030039533
ISBN-13:
9780030039539
Non-Fiction
Language Arts
Readers
Language
Rhetoric
English Composition
Education
Semantics
Composition