Reviews for Basic College Writing: A Text with Readings

The average rating for Basic College Writing: A Text with Readings based on 2 reviews is 3 stars.

Review # 1 was written on 2008-05-17 00:00:00 Johnathon Wilhite Nobody in her right mind would read this book cover to cover. But since I'm going to be using this in the class I'm teaching next term, I'm trying to read the whole thing. Every time I sit down with it though, I fall asleep. What does this say about my qualifications as a teacher? I'm afraid to ask.

Review # 2 was written on 2008-04-09 00:00:00 Kathleen Baker Aaron, J.E., & Fowler, H.R. (2011). The little, brown handbook (12th ed.). New York: Harper Collins Publishers. Citation created by: Tom Shaw Call Number: PE1112 .F64 2011 Description: This handbook is an easy-to-use reference that can be used to guide students through questions regarding grammar, writing, or research. Content/Scope: This quick reference guide includes detailed information for writers regarding the writing process, grammar and usage, research and documentation--while also giving detailed discussions of critical reading, academic writing, reading and writing arguments, writing in the disciplines, and public writing. Information is also provided for citing sources correctly in MLA, APA, CMS, CSE and COS styles. Accuracy/Authority: This book has received mostly positive reviews by reputable review sources. Arrangement/Presentation: Sections are arranged by theme in a hardcover version of the book. Timeliness/Permanence: This reference book was published in 2011, so its content and relevance will change little in the future. New hard copy editions become available regularly and updates will be necessary. Cost: $88.00 Rational for Selection: Countless writers and researchers credit this book with getting them through the most difficult of writing tasks. High school students can benefit from the book to hone their writing skills and sharpen their focus on form and citation.