The Bedford Reader

By Dorothy M. Kennedy, Jane E. Aaron, X.J. Kennedy, et al.

Book Overview

The first Bedford title ever published, The Bedford Reader continues to make its mark. This popular composition reader combines timeless readings with the leading voices of our time. It takes a practical and flexible approach to the rhetorical methods, focusing on their uses in varied writing situations. The unique "Writers on Writing" feature connects reflections from professional writers with point-of-need advice for student writers, and the Kennedys' proven approach to instruction helps students connect critical reading to academic writing. The new edition has been thoroughly revised with engaging new readings by diverse writers, a stronger foundation in reading and writing, and new graphic organizers to visually outline how to use each method.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1319195601
• ISBN13: 9781319195601
• Release Date: August 1970
• Publisher: Bedford/Saint Martin's
• Length: 800 Pages
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.4" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

TERRIFIC

This is exactly what I needed for my class. Beyond that, I cannot say whether or not this is a good book. I suppose it depends on if you like textbooks. However, as far as textbooks are concerned, the way this one is written is engaging and entertaining. Well done to the writers/editors/publishers.

Good essay book

This is my secondary textbook for my college english course. But there are some essays and stories that I could see people reading just to read.

The Power of the Essay

The Bedford Reader provides the teacher of writing with a powerful tool. Provocative, interesting, varied essays are presented within a coherent framework of rhetorical strategies. I have used it with 9th and 10th graders, but will use it with older students as well. If your concern is with rhetoric, if you want to teach your students to think and write effectively, this is a great resource.

The Best I've Ever Seen

I was required to get this book for an Intermediate Composition course in college and it has to be the best college textbook I have ever had. First there is a wide variety of stories to choose from and at least one will appeal to everyone. Even though it is a educational textbook I still read it in my leisure time, as well.

Excellent essays to read

My college uses this book for English Comp and Rhetoric. It is an excellent reference book, and I really enjoyed the essays. The essays in this book and questions really get you thinking and using your mind. EXCELLENT