The WellCrafted Argument Author:Fred D. White, Simone J. Billings The 4th Edition of THE WELL-CRAFTED ARGUMENT effectively guides you through the process of writing effective arguments across the disciplines! The authors include coverage of critical reading strategies; writing, researching, and documenting a topic; and an anthology of readings grouped into nine thematic clusters. In-depth instruction, combined... more » with real student writings, helps you discover your own voice. The 4th Edition includes many practical, skill-building tools to guide your progress: Each chapter in Part I ends with a "Summary," "Checklist," and "Writing Projects," while each cluster in Part II ends with "Connections Among the Clusters," "Writing Projects," and "Suggestions for Further Reading." These sections encourage you to apply what you've learned and go beyond the classroom if a topic is of particular interest to you.« less