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Strategy and Structure contains 37 short readings arranged by rhetorical patterns, which are presented as techniques or methods that enable a writer to fulfill the purpose of an essay. A broad and diverse selection of writing by powerful, popular writers such as Joan Didion, John Steinbeck, and Langston Hughes, are mixed with those of many writers never before anthologized. The collection provides challenging, stimulating readings chapter after chapter. In addition, the book contains a brief chapter on developing critical reading skills and an extensive chapter devoted to the writing process with a step-by-step explanation of how to write an essay. For those interested in improving their critical thinking, reading and writing skills.
This collection investigates the fundamental relationship between rhetorical patterns and the development of effective written communication. William J. Kelly, an experienced educator in composition, organizes thirty-seven diverse readings to demonstrate how specific structural techniques allow writers to achieve their intended purpose. By pairing established literary voices with lesser-known authors, the text provides a comprehensive framework for students to analyze and emulate successful essay construction.
What You Will Find
The structure of this text suggests a pedagogical focus on practical application and skill-building for undergraduate composition students. Its reliance on a mix of canonical and contemporary voices indicates an intent to provide a balanced, accessible introduction to rhetorical analysis.
Page Count:
427
Publication Date:
1995-01-01
Publisher:
Allyn & Bacon
ISBN-10:
0205137865
ISBN-13:
9780205137862
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