An indispensible and practical tool for writing, this clever handbook "Writing in English" will help students write just about anything--speeches, essays, grant applications, business letters, job applications, and more!

Each skill is illustrated with text excerpts from classic and contemporary sources from Charles Dickens to National Geographic.

Clear explanations are followed by ample examples of good writing techniques and sample passages.

Over 300 pages covering:
- Style
- Good usage
- Punctuation, capitalization
- Spelling
- Grammar
- Essay writing
- Persuasive writing
- Business correspondence