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Over the past decade, Anglo-American notions of textual
construction and editorial theory have begun major paradigm shifts.
Many of the key emergent issues of Anglo-American debate--such as
theories of versions--are already familiar in German theory. In
other respects, including systematic reflection on the design and
function of editorial apparatus, the German debate has already
produced paradigms and procedures as yet unformulated in English.
Contemporary German Editorial Theory makes available for the first
time in English ten major essays by seven German theorists,
together with an original introductory meditation by Hans Walter
Gabler, editor of the celebrated edition of James Joyce's Ulysses.
The volume thus participates in the paradigm shift in editorial
theory that has led both to theoretical reconception of the field
and to groundbreaking practical results. Topics discussed include
the distinction between historical record and editor's
interpretation, the display of multiple versions, concepts of
authorization and intention, and the relations of textual theory to
approaches like deconstruction and semiotics. The book also
includes suggestions for further reading in both languages and a
glossary of technical terms. Contributors are Hans Zeller, Miroslav
Cervenka, Elisabeth Hoepker-Herberg, Henning Boetius, Siegfried
Scheibe, and Gerhard Seidel. Bringing together the heretofore
separate Anglo- American and German approaches will strengthen each
separately and prepare the way for a new hybrid combining the
advantages of both orientations. This book will interest not only
students of Anglo-American or German literature, but all who study
cultural construction and transmission. Hans Walter Gabler is
Professor of English Literature, University of Munich. George
Bornstein is Professor of English, University of Michigan. Gillian
Borland Pierce is a Ph.D. candidate in Comparative Literature,
University of Michigan.
Undertaking a writing project for assessment can be a challenging
prospect for students of all disciplines and especially those new
to academic writing in higher education. The unique 12-step
approach in this book leads students through the different stages
that apply to any form of academic writing - gathering relevant
information, processing that information through effective
planning, creating the text and developing writing for future
assignments including exam writing. The authors follow their
tried-and-tested Smarter Student series approach to deliver timely,
practical, hands-on guidance based on real-life experience from
teaching and assessing students' writing. How to write for
university - academic writing for success is an invaluable tutorial
and reference for any student approaching university writing
assignments.
This comprehensive guide to writing journal articles addresses all
the stages and recurring challenges, from targeting a journal to
dealing with reviewer feedback. Drawing on many years of running
'Writing for Publication' workshops, Murray explores not only style
and structure but also behaviours and emotions. As a key component
of both research courses and careers, this timely text also
addresses the struggle to make time for high quality academic
writing and how to ensure a writing-life balance. Examining a
variety of approaches, relevant to many different academic
disciplines, this core text demystifies and defines writing
practices and makes this form of high-stakes academic writing seem
manageable. Writing for journals has never been more competitive,
and writers, researchers, practitioners and students need expert
guidance on productive practices and ways of maintaining focus and
motivation, which Murray provides. This latest edition is
completely updated and more relevant than ever for clinicians,
practitioners and students. "This book was already a classic, but
the update makes it even more useful. From finding time to write,
doing a short literature review and identifying scam journals,
Rowena Murray provides an excellent, concise and accessible
companion for writing academic journal papers, which is appropriate
for both students and working academics." Associate Professor Inger
Mewburn, Director of Research Training, The Australian National
University, Australia "Rowena Murray has approached publishing in a
journal with scientific rigour. Following this book's
recommendations will make it impossible to find a convincing excuse
for failure to publish. She herself writes with a high level of
artisanal skill; this book is fast paced, stylish and highly
readable. Her own extensive experience in supporting journal
article writers tempers this book with the credibility of a
seasoned veteran. Best of all, there is a wealth of wisdom here-in
advising on how to publish, Murray is also advising on how to live
a satisfying life as a writer." Associate Professor Susan Carter,
University of Auckland, New Zealand "In Writing for Academic
Journals (4th edition), Rowena Murray's voice is direct,
down-to-earth and wise. Drawing on a depth of practical experience
as both published author and writing teacher, she conveys the
message that, yes, publishing in academic journals is demanding,
but it's also very possible. And that once you are successful,
there is still much to be learned from reading books like this one
and hanging out with others in writing groups and workshops. To
that end, the book is a trove of tips and techniques helpful to all
who pursue the challenging craft of (good) academic writing."
Barbara Grant, Associate Professor in the School of Critical
Studies in Education at the University of Auckland, New Zealand,
and author of Academic writing retreats: A facilitator's uide
Enhancing Writing Skills includes conference presentation papers
from the Carnegie Writers, Inc. 1st Annual Conference. The
anthology provides published and aspiring writers resources for
sustaining, enhancing and evaluating their writing skills. The
chapter themes focus on genre-based writing, creativity in writing,
mechanics of writing, academic writing, and writing as a business.
Enhancing writing skills is beneficial to diverse writers as it
impacts the community, working, and educational environments.
Communicating with Intelligence was the first book to teach the
skills needed to make sure that papers, reports, and other products
be correctly written by intelligence students and professionals. It
also responded to the increased number of degrees in intelligence
and national security offered in academic institutions. Aimed at
students, faculty, and practitioners, the book is designed to
provide all necessary information on how to prepare, write, and
read intelligence publications: .Foundations of successful
intelligence communication .Differences between academic and
intelligence writing .How to use arguments .Framework for analysis
.Writing toolkit .How the briefing process works .Guide to creating
citations .How to handle classified materials .Samples of
individual and group exercises This fully revised and expanded
edition will be an essential tool for anyone who needs to learn or
hone their skills in how to communicate with intelligence
effectively."
Part of Longman's successful Short Guide Series, A Short Guide to
Writing about Literature emphasizes writing as a process and
incorporates new critical approaches to writing about literature.
The twelfth edition continues to offer students sound advice on how
to become critical thinkers and enrich their reading response
through accessible, step-by-step instruction. This highly respected
text is ideal as a supplement to any course where writing about
literature or literary studies is emphasized.
Fully updated since first publication in 2007, and with extended
and revised sections in key areas such as Plagiarism &
Copyright, Ethics in research, and Citing & Referencing, How to
write Dissertations & Research Projects will allow a student to
assess and address their particular weaknesses in researching and
writing dissertations and longer pieces of coursework and delivers
detailed tips, techniques and strategies to enable them to
significantly improve their abilities and performance in time to
make a difference.
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