The Bedford Reader

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.… (more)