Language Arts & Disciplines 6

Citing the work of 50 different poets--from Shakespeare and Donne to Elizabeth Bishop and Frank Bidart--the Poet Laureate explains the principles of the sounds of what is called poetry.続きを見る

Aspiring writers get help improving their work with lessons and exercises designed by the well-known literary agent and author.続きを見る

A fter a lifetime of writing and editing prose, Jacques Barzun has set down his view of the best ways to improve one's style. His discussions of diction, syntax, tone, meaning, composition, and revision guide the reader through the technique of making the written word clear and agreeable to read. ……続きを見る

Originally published in 1788, this book is considered the second largest selling book of all time after the Bible. Bound in a distinctive blue cover, it earned the nickname "the blue-backed speller". Used by American children as the standard text over the span of nearly a century, this facsimile r……続きを見る

The ideal supplement for any writing class that includes an oral component, "Oral Presentations in the Composition Course: A Brief Guide" offers students the advice they need to plan, prepare, and present their work effectively. With sections on analyzing audiences, choosing effective language, us……続きを見る

This guide's 11 easy-to-use chapters each focus on a different element of the writer's craft--character, plot, point of view, theme, setting, description, voice, and dialogue.続きを見る

Written with elegance, warmth, and humor, this highly original "teaching memoir" by William Zinsser--renowned bestselling author of "On Writing Well" gives you the tools to organize and recover your past, and the confidence to believe in your life narrative. His method is to take you on a memoir o……続きを見る

With more than 200 challenging writing exercises, this title will encourage writers to push the boundaries of their fiction for exciting results. It includes unusual exercises and combines the work of writing with the thought process.続きを見る

William F. Nolan, using the knowledge acquired by writing more than 90 works of fiction, analyzes some of his and others' best work to help the reader with construction of characters, dramatic development, and dialogue. The writer will learn how to hook the reader on the first page, how to develop……続きを見る

More than 45 agent, editor, and author-written chapters--called workshops in the book--provide instruction on the writing craft and the business of getting published.続きを見る

Features clear discussions of rules and strategies for good writing, concise explanations with a minimum of grammatical terms, and an abundant variety of exercises.続きを見る

Public Speaking outlines the best techniques for successful presentations and tricks to use to engage your listeners physically, intellectually and emotionally.続きを見る

A "teaching" guide for individuals or for groups, in or out of the classroom, to share the weekly assignments. Numerous examples of contemporary poetry, chosen for relevance and freshness, illustrate salient points and stimulate the imagination. From the nuts and bolts of craft to sources of inspi……続きを見る

One of the greatest gifts you can give yourself or someone else is a good book. Yet it is amazing how many of us have neglected to take advantage of the wealth of knowledge that is so conviently attained through the simple act of reading a book.続きを見る

Many speech texts are either too theoretical or too bland for effective use in the typical classroom. This book provides students with enough theory and information to learn beginning speech, but emphasizes practical exercises and activities. Each unit supports one or two clear specific learning o……続きを見る

Burroway introduces her edited transcripts of Butler's thought-provoking lectures to tell writers how to achieve the dream space necessary for composing honest, inspired fiction.続きを見る

The Most Comprehensive writing resource a teacher can own! 300 "Quickwrites"; a calendar of 25 topics each month for short, daily practice; 209 story starters and titles for longer, more formal writings; 151 reproducible writing forms. 12 monthly sections.続きを見る

Written in 200 C.E., the Wen Fu is one of the first Chinese works about the use of language. The classic work about the joys and problems facing both readers and writers is redesigned for this new edition.続きを見る

It's not all in the delivery--here's expert advice on how to "write" a dynamic speech. Included are excerpts from some of history's most memorable speeches--eloquent words to contemplate and emulate.続きを見る

Unlike traditional grammar books that emphasize sentence analysis, this worktext asks students to imitate the sentence styles of professional writers, making the sentence composing process enjoyable and challenging.続きを見る

Whether they have learning disabilities or just need extra help, struggling writers can improve their skills dramatically if they get the detailed, explicit instruction they need. This practical guidebook shows elementary and middle school teachers how to make this systematic instruction part of t……続きを見る

Classical Chinese Primer addresses an urgent need in the teaching of Classical Chinese. Designed for those who have studied Modern Chinese for one or two years but who have had no exposure to Classical Chinese before, Classical Chinese Primer is a set of two classroom-friendly volumes. The reader ……続きを見る

The Successful Novelist reveals the truth about writing, providing the perspective authors need to write successful fiction that sells.続きを見る

Turn your knack for language into a lucrative careerMust-know techniques and resources for maximizing your accuracy and speedInterested in becoming a copyeditor or proofreader? Want to know more about what each job entails? This friendly guide helps you position yourself for success. Polish your s……続きを見る

A far-reaching philosophical investigation into the persistence and disappearance of speech, in individuals and in linguistic communities.続きを見る

How we communicate with others is basic to our personal satisfaction, fulfillment and success in life. Interpersonal communication is really the study of how we live every day. Unlike most theoretical communication texts that are impractical for the classroom, this book supplies an abundance of ex……続きを見る

This reference contains hundreds of tips, techniques, and samples that will help readers create the perfect letter or e-mail no matter what the occasion or circumstance, or how little time they have.続きを見る