Rules of Thumb: A Guide for Writers, 5th Edition

by Jay Silverman, Elaine Hughes, Diana Roberts Wienbroer

Rule of thumb : A method or procedure derived entirely from practice or experience [ . . . ] a roughly practical method. - Oxford English Dictionary

Brevity and practicality are the hallmarks of Rules of Thumb . The 2002 APA Update Version reflects the most current APA and MLA documentation styles and remains the ideal handbook to improve grammar without overwhelming student writers with specialized terminology, or – at under $17 in most bookstores – with expense.

Genres: Writing, Reference, Nonfiction

180 pages, Spiral-bound

First published December 1, 1990

Reviews

[Kaylyn Gabbert]

The book is thorough and talks about everything anyone who starts writing. It fully explains MLA format which will help anyone writing essays in that format for school or another reason. It teaches you how to find things like your voice and more.

[Eri]

A very practical, easy to learn and thorough handbook for everyone who wishes to start write effectively, especially scientific/academic writing purpose.

['stefani]

Got me through college

[Laurel Kenneweg]

Great resource. Clear and useful. Would definitely assign this for students in a lit or composition class.