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From the Back CoverWithin Reach is a book designed to appeal to and meet the needs of a wide range of readers in many different situations. The writing process in each chapter presents concepts one step at a time, from pre-writing through revising and editing, enabling writers to follow along with ease. The eight chapters are arranged to provide a smooth, step-by-step transition from writing informal paragraphs to writing a short essay. Step-by-step explanations in both Writing sections and Sentence and Grammar Skills sections of every chapter ensures readers' understanding and examples of proofreading and sentences-combining in each Sentence and Grammar Skills section provide additional instances of the types of writing covered in each chapter. For anyone who wishes to improve upon their writing skills.
This guide investigates the fundamental question of how to systematically improve writing proficiency through a structured, step-by-step pedagogical approach. Authors Anna Ingalls and Dan Moody utilize their expertise in composition instruction to break down the writing process into manageable segments. By integrating pre-writing, drafting, and editing techniques with targeted grammar exercises, the text provides a clear framework for transitioning from informal paragraph construction to formal essay writing.
What You Will Find
The framing suggests an accessible, instructional resource designed for students or individuals seeking a foundational approach to composition. The focus on incremental skill-building indicates a text intended for classroom settings or self-directed study where clarity and procedural guidance are prioritized.
Page Count:
466
Publication Date:
1996-09-10
Publisher:
Allyn & Bacon
ISBN-10:
0205160859
ISBN-13:
9780205160853
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