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There is no refuge for fourteen-year-old Michael Tatem. A childhood injury has made him a target at Bluford High. And deeper wounds at home have left him shy, isolated, and friendless. But an unexpected connection at school gives Michael a glimpse at a new life. Can he embrace it and forge a new path for himself? Or will his attempt backfire, leaving him more vulnerable and alone than ever?

A self-teaching guide to English grammar, punctuation and usage skills.

Widely praised for its superior teaching apparatus and thought-provoking readings, "The Longman Reader" remains the most successful rhetorically organized freshman composition reader. Key Benefit: Provides superior teaching apparatus with thought-provoking readings.Key Topics: Reading Process Writing Process. Market: General interest; Improving your writing

Looking inside yourself -- Thinking clearly -- Reading for pleasure and power -- Managing your time -- Taking notes in class -- Improving your memory and study power -- Reading textbooks and taking notes -- Taking tests -- Achieving basic goals in writing -- Understanding the writing process.

This anthology presents 58 essays organized around nine rhetorical patterns of development. Representing a range of topics and styles, the selections include such works as Orwell''s Shooting an Elephant along with works like Caroline Rego''s The Fine Art of Complaining and Art Carey''s When Things Fall Apart. In addition to demonstrating strong writing, the readings encourage students to think about the environment, politics, animal rights, and other significant issues.

In 1987, the Vatican presented a document, The Instruction on respect for human life in its origin and on the dignity of procreation, confronting the moral dilemmas inherent in the newer reproductive technologies. These papers, first presented at a conference at Georgetown U., consider the clinical and technical aspects, the moral-theological foundations, and the impact on legislation and public policy of these reproductive technologies in light of the Vatican Instruction, which is also included. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

This best selling sentence-level worktext helps students master the essential grammar, mechanics, punctuation, and usage skills necessary for clear, thoughtful writing. Its flexible format, engaging exercises, and mastery tests have drawn consistent praise.

Grounded in John Langan’s Four Bases – unity, coherence, sentence skills, and support – Exploring Writing employs a unique personalized learning plan to address student deficits in grammar and mechanics and to free instructional time for activities emphasizing writing process and critical thinking.

NOTE: Before purchasing, check with your instructor to ensure you select the correct ISBN. Several versions of Pearson''s MyLab & Mastering products exist for each title, and registrations are not transferable. To register for and use Pearson''s MyLab & Mastering products, you may also need a Course ID, which your instructor will provide. Used books, rentals, and purchases made outside of Pearson If purchasing or renting from companies other than Pearson, the access codes for Pearson''s MyLab & Mastering products may not be included, may be incorrect, or may be previously redeemed. Check with the seller before completing your purchase. For courses in English Composition. This package includes MyWritingLab(tm). The acclaimed rhetorical modes reader, with remarkably detailed writing guidance Best-seller The Longman Reader, Brief Edition includes its abundant and highly praised pedagogy as well as a wealth of readings organized by patterns of development (an alternative table of contents organizes them thematically). The opening chapters focus on reading critically and the writing process. The subsequent chapters begin with detailed writing instruction, including an annotated student paper, and end with professional essays. These professional essays range widely in subject matter and approach-from the humorous to the informative, from personal meditation to argument-and capture students'' interest while demonstrating specific patterns of development. The Longman Reader shares many of the same readings and other core material with The Longman Writer. Personalize Learning with MyWritingLab (tm) MyWritingLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment program designed to work with this text to engage students and improve results. Within its structured environment, students practice what they learn, test their understanding, and pursue a personalized study plan that helps them better absorb course material and understand difficult concepts. 013397006X / 9780133970067 The Longman Reader, Brief Edition Plus MyWritingLab with eText - Access Card P ackage, 11/e Package consists of: 0133800407 / 9780133800401: The Longman Reader, Brief Edition, 11/e 0133944131 / 9780133944136: MyWritingLab with Pearson eText - Glue in Access Card 013394414X / 9780133944143: MyWritingLab with Pearson eText - Inside Star Sticker

NOTE: Before purchasing, check with your instructor to ensure you select the correct ISBN. Several versions of Pearson''s MyLab & Mastering products exist for each title, and registrations are not transferable. To register for and use Pearson''s MyLab & Mastering products, you may also need a Course ID, which your instructor will provide. Used books, rentals, and purchases made outside of Pearson If purchasing or renting from companies other than Pearson, the access codes for Pearson''s MyLab & Mastering products may not be included, may be incorrect, or may be previously redeemed. Check with the seller before completing your purchase. For courses in English Composition. This package includes MyWritingLab(tm). The acclaimed rhetorical modes reader, with remarkably detailed writing guidance Best-seller The Longman Reader includes its abundant and highly praised pedagogy as well as a wealth of readings organized by patterns of development (an alternative table of contents organizes them thematically). The opening chapters focus on reading critically and the writing process. The subsequent chapters begin with detailed writing instruction, including an annotated student paper and revision and peer review checklists, and end with professional essays. These new and beloved professional essays range widely in subject matter and approach -- from the humorous to the informative, from personal meditation to argument -- and capture students'' interest while demonstrating specific patterns of development. The Longman Reader shares the same readings and other core material with The Longman Writer. Personalize Learning with MyWritingLab (tm) MyWritingLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment program designed to work with this text to engage students and improve results. Within its structured environment, students practice what they learn, test their understanding, and pursue a personalized study plan that helps them better absorb course material and understand difficult concepts. 0133969886 / 9780133969887 The Longman Reader Plus MyWritingLab with eText - Access Card Package, 11/e Package consists of: 013386295X / 9780133862959 The Longman Reader, 11e 0133944131 / 9780133944136 MyWritingLab with Pearson eText - Glue in Access Card 013394414X / 9780133944143 Inside Star Sticker

"English Essentials, Short Version, 2/e provides the clear guidance students need to help master key grammar, punctuation, and usage skills, as well as to understand the basics of effective writing. This text includes access to English Essentials Plus, a suite of expanded assignments, mastery tests, and a complete eBook of this text." --Amazon.com.

This CD-ROM provides students with a rich multimedia extension of the text'' s content. Each module of the CD-ROM is tied to a chapter of the text, featuring quizzes with feedback for both right and wrong answers, vocabulary building crossword puzzles, journal activities, a learning styles assessment, and an Internet primer.Available for free when packaged with the text.