Simon & Schuster Handbook for WritersThis 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 |
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WRITING AN ESSAY | 1 |
Planning and Shaping | 16 |
2d Gathering ideas for writing | 23 |
Copyright | |
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