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A textbook with workbook exercises included, this volume walks the beginning college student through the writing process. Harris (Texas Christian University) and Moseley (Texas A&M University, Commerce) discuss aspects of writing such as topic selection, paragraph construction, research, coherence, revisions, description, narration, the use of examples, comparisons, classification, persuasion, sentence construction, basic grammar, sentence style, punctuation and capitalization, spelling, and the application of these tools in book reviews and essay exams. A mini-reader is included, with essays and stories on identity, college life, lifestyles, and diversity. Appendices include a citation guide, a glossary of research terms, and a sample paper done in MLA style. Annotation c2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)