Blair Reader, The

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For courses in first-year Composition. <br> <br> A thematic reader of unmatched breadth and balance, with a broad range of ideas To write effectively, students must first be able to read actively and critically–and The Blair Reader’s selection of readings supports this approach. Classic and contemporary selections stimulate class discussion, encouraging readers to discover new ideas and to view familiar ideas in new ways. The readings represent diverse ideas and genres; students will read essays, speeches, and short stories. Every selection is followed by questions to promote critical thinking and response about the reading and the theme, both to complement the readings and to support classroom instruction. </p>  </p> Also available with MyWritingLab™</p> This title is also available with MyWritingLab, an online homework, tutorial, and assessment program designed to work with this text to engage students and improve results. Within its structured environment, students practice what they learn, test their understanding, and pursue a personalized study plan that helps them better absorb course material and understand difficult concepts. In addition to the full eText, activities directly from the text are available within MyWritingLab. These include the readings from the text, review exercises, and more. </p>  </p> Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; MyLab™ & Mastering™ does not come packaged with this content. Students, if interested in purchasing this title with MyLab & Mastering, ask your instructor for the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. </p> <br> If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MyLab & Mastering, search for:<br><br> </p> 013427203X / 9780134272030  The Blair Reader: Exploring Issues and Ideas Plus MyWritingLab with Pearson eText — Access Card Package, 9/e</p> Package consists of:</p> 013394414X / 9780133944143  MyWritingLab with Pearson eText — Inside Star Sticker 0134110374 / 9780134110370  The Blair Reader: Exploring Issues and Ideas 0133944131 / 9780133944136  MyWritingLab with Pearson eText — Access Card