Simon & Schuster Handbook for Writers

Simon & Schuster Handbook for Writers

Author: Lynn Quitman Troyka

Publisher:

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 888

ISBN-13:

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This edition (first,1987) comprehensively covers topics ranging from an introduction to the essay-writing process to the rules of grammar, punctuation, and mechanics; effective sentences; and using English as a second language. Ample use is made of examples and visual aids and the text is usefully s


Simon & Schuster Handbook for Writers

Simon & Schuster Handbook for Writers

Author: Lynn Quitman Troyka

Publisher: Pearson

Published: 2015-04-01

Total Pages: 888

ISBN-13: 0134102207

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The Simon & Schuster Handbook for Writers, from trusted authors Lynn Troyka and Doug Hesse, provides both composition students and instructors with the support they need to be successful. The handbook is available in an Annotated Instructor’s Edition, and has exercises and student samples throughout. The Simon & Schuster Handbook for Writers is also accompanied by MyWritingLab, a valuable online tool featuring an online composing space, interactive eBook, integrated learning resources, and tutoring services. The Troyka/Hesse family of handbooks provides the most balanced coverage of the writing process, grammar, research, and topics important to today’s students. Both respected teachers and authors, Troyka and Hesse give practical advice to students about the writing they will do in composition courses, in other classes, and in the world beyond. Offering instructors a full range of choices in handbooks, the Troyka/Hesse family of handbooks is available in a variety of formats, including Web-based and customized options, so instructors can select the handbook that best fits their course needs.


Structured Reading

Structured Reading

Author: Lynn Quitman Troyka

Publisher:

Published: 1989

Total Pages: 404

ISBN-13: 9780138550165

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For courses in Fundamentals of Reading and College Reading. The highly regarded, exceptionally effective approach of Structured Reading is grounded in psycholinguistic theory and based on the principle that readers improve their skills not by reading about reading, but rather by guided, hands-on experience with reading. Throughout the text readers encounter essays from books, magazines, and texts. They use this material to develop their critical thinking, reading, and vocabulary skills.


Simon & Schuster Quick Access Reference for Writers

Simon & Schuster Quick Access Reference for Writers

Author: Lynn Quitman Troyka

Publisher:

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 574

ISBN-13: 9780131400818

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This brief spiral-bound reference handbook takes a user-friendly, reader-oriented approach--with additional features that give readersaccess to informationquickly. The author covers grammar, punctuation, thinking and reading critically, writing argument essays, writing research papers and documenting them, writing for the Web, designing documents, writing about literature, writing for business, and creating oral presentations. Offers a Premium Companion Website at www.prenhall.com/troyka that facilitates the research process and offers three exclusive databases full of relevant and reliable source material. Expands discussion of the research process from five to seven chapters. Offers a new chapter on writing arguments. Features a new chapter on Oral Presentation that explains how to plan, create, and present. Features a striking new four color design that highlights each key concept. Provides URL addresses throughout that helps readers access useful websites. The ideal reference for professionals of all kinds who want to improve their writing in both business and personal contexts.