Dorothy U. Seyler Knihy

This comprehensive guide to doing research, as well as writing and documenting the research paper, aims to encourage students to see research as an avenue for learning. It features practical coverage of the kinds of writing and documentation required in the widest variety of disciplines.

Focusing on the contributions of William John Bankes, this book highlights his pioneering role in the study of ancient Egypt. His significant discoveries include the King List at Abydos, which played a crucial role in deciphering hieroglyphs, and a fallen obelisk at Philae, which he successfully transported to England. Additionally, he was the first European to document the "lost" city of Petra in modern-day Jordan through sketches and site plans, showcasing his impact on archaeology and historical understanding.

UNDERSTANDING ARGUMENT is a reader rhetoric for freshman composition courses. It provides a clear introduction on the nature of argument that blends both classical and Toulmin patterns, and helpful instruction on how to read, analyze, and write effective arguments. The thematic collection of fifty-six articles are arranged around seven issues that are relevant to students, cross-disciplinary, and examined from several perspectives. To aid both students and instructors working with this text, extensive apparatus is provided for individual articles and for each thematic chapter.