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Writing that Matters: Practical Approaches to Effective Writing
Paperback
Literary CriticismWriting Instruction
ISBN13: 9781041172260
Publisher: Routledge
Published: May 18 2026
Pages: 182
Weight: 0.63
Height: 0.42 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Writing that Matters offers practical guidance for becoming a more confident writer. From fundamentals and style to structure and lessons from master writers, you will develop skills that will serve you throughout your academic journey.
This compelling guide is an invaluable companion to Reading Literature and Thinking through Words. Robert DiYanni helps readers hone their craft, solidifying knowledge, and discovering new skills. Part I deals with fundamentals and considers what writing is in its essence: a way to think and to learn; a series of processes; and a way to develop the habit of writing--regular writing for practical purposes, including writing from reading. Parts II and III focus on style and structure with lots of expert analysis and practical exercises. Part IV reveals how to take your writing to the next level through learning important lessons from some of the best of teachers--master writers who continue to produce entertaining and thought-provoking work.
Throughout the book, readers have opportunities to develop their ability and take pleasure in the progress they make using language to clarify their thinking and explain it to others. It provides students with expert guidance for analyzing and interpreting works of art, literature, and music.
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