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The Aims of Argument: A Text and Reader, 4/e
Timothy Crusius, Southern Methodist University
Carolyn Channell, Southern Methodist University

Feature Summary

  • Unique Approach Emphasizing Rhetorical Contexts: In addition to covering the formal elements of argument, Aims focuses on how the circumstances surrounding arguments motivate authors and shape content.

  • Full Research Coverage: Chapter 5 offers detailed guidelines for finding, evaluating, and using print and electronic sources to support arguments, as well as MLA and APA style guidelines and documentation models. The chapter also includes an annotated sample student paper in MLA style.

  • Strong Coverage of Visual Argument: In addition to the increased number of visuals throughout the book, Chapter Four focuses on reading and writing about different kinds of visual arguments and includes an 8-page full-color insert presenting 7 images for analysis.

  • Brief Version Available: The Aims of Argument: A Brief Guide (ISBN 0-767-43037-9) includes all the instructional chapters (Parts 1 and 2) of this bigger version, omitting only the additional readings (what are here Parts 3 and 4).








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