The Compact Reader: Short Essays by Method and Theme
by By Aaron, Jane E. and Kuhl, Ellen (CON)
Category: Language Arts & Disciplines , Composition & Creative Writing

From its well-chosen essays to its thorough editorial apparatus to its distinctive organization, The Compact Reader provides the fundamental support students need to write successfully. The unique dual organization -- rhetorical and thematic -- introduces students to essential strategies of writing while engaging them with brief readings on captivating topics. For the instructor who wants a concise, effective means for teaching students to think critically about the connection between form and content, The Compact Reader is the perfect choice.