Composition, Rhetoric, Literature: A Four Years' Course For Secondary Schools (1922)

By Margaret Judson and Martha Hale Shackford

Book Overview

Composition, Rhetoric, Literature: A Four Years������� Course For Secondary Schools (1922) by Martha Hale Shackford is a comprehensive textbook designed for high school students. The book offers a four-year course in composition, rhetoric, and literature, providing a solid foundation in the English language and critical thinking skills. The book is divided into four sections, each corresponding to a year of study. The first year focuses on the basics of composition, including grammar, sentence structure, and paragraph development. The second year delves into the art of rhetoric, teaching students how to analyze and evaluate arguments, and how to construct their own persuasive essays. In the third year, students explore various genres of literature, including poetry, drama, and fiction. They learn how to analyze literary devices and themes, and how to write critically about literature. Finally, in the fourth year, students engage in advanced composition and research, preparing them for college-level writing.Throughout the book, Shackford emphasizes the importance of clear communication and critical thinking, providing students with practical exercises and examples to help them develop these skills. The book also includes numerous literary selections, ranging from classic works by Shakespeare and Dickens to contemporary pieces by American authors.Overall, Composition, Rhetoric, Literature: A Four Years������� Course For Secondary Schools (1922) is a valuable resource for high school students seeking to improve their writing and critical thinking skills, and for educators looking for a comprehensive curriculum in English language arts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436811368
• ISBN13: 9781436811361
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 656 Pages
• Weight: 1.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"