Read, Reason, Write
by Dorothy U. Seyler, Allen Brizee
13th Edition
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Higher Education
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9781264455041 |
| eText ISBN | 9781266695353 |
| Publisher | McGraw-Hill Higher Education |
| Publishing Year | 2024 |
| Edition | 13th Edition |
| Language | English |
Read, Reason, Write, 13th Edition, shows how reading, argument, research, and analysis combine to develop critical-thinking ability. Grounded in composition research and decades of classroom experience, this textbook guides students through evaluating sources and constructing reasoned arguments.
The volume addresses core principles of argument, visual and statistical analysis, and specific genres such as evaluations and problem-solution proposals. It also guides students through finding sources and writing documented research essays.
For the 2024 edition, the authors gave greater attention to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the text, illustrations, and reading selections. Half of the professional readings are written by Black, Indigenous, or people of color.
Table of Contents
SECTION 1: CRITICAL READING AND ANALYSIS
Chapter 1: Writers and Their Sources
Chapter 2: Responding Critically to Sources
SECTION 2: THE WORLD OF ARGUMENT
Chapter 3: Understanding the Basics of Argument
Chapter 4: Writing Effective Arguments
Chapter 5: Reading, Analyzing, and Using Visuals and Statistics in Argument
Chapter 6: Learning More about Argument: Induction, Deduction, Analogy, and Logical Fallacies
SECTION 3: STUDYING SOME ARGUMENTS BY GENRE
Chapter 7: Definition Arguments
Chapter 8: Evaluation Arguments
Chapter 9: The Position Paper: Claims of Values
Chapter 10: Arguments about Cause
Chapter 11: Presenting Proposals: The Problem/Solution Argument
SECTION 4: THE RESEARCHED AND FORMALLY DOCUMENTED ARGUMENT
Chapter 12: Locating, Evaluating, and Preparing to Use Sources
Chapter 13: Writing the Researched Essay
Chapter 14: Formal Documentation: MLA Style, APA Style
SECTION 5: A COLLECTION OF READINGS
Chapter 15: The Media: Image and Reality
Chapter 16: The Internet and Social Media: Their Impact on Our Lives
Chapter 17: Marriage and Gender Issues: The Debates Continue
Chapter 18: American Education: Ongoing Issues and Concerns
Chapter 19: The Environment: How Do We Sustain It?
Chapter 20: Laws and Rights: Gun Control and Immigration Debates
Chapter 21: America: Past, Present, Future
Chapter Appendix: Understanding Literature
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