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" Philosophical Writing : "
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BL
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1011330
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b765700
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| Main Entry
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Martinich, A. P.
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| Title & Author
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Philosophical Writing : : an Introduction.
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| Edition Statement
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3rd ed.
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| Publication Statement
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Oxford :: John Wiley & Sons,, 2005.
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1 online resource (216 pages)
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| ISBN
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1405143924
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: 9781405143929
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1405131675
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9781405131674
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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| Contents
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Note to the Third Edition; Note to the Second Edition; Introduction; 1 Author and Audience; 2 Logic and Argument for Writing; 3 The Structure of a Philosophical Essay; 4 Composing; 5 Tactics for Analytic Writing; 6 Some Constraints on Content; 7 Some Goals of Form; 8 Problems with Introductions; Appendix A: "It's Sunday Night and I Have an Essay Due Monday Morning"; Appendix B: How to Study for a Test; Appendix C: Scholarship: Notes and References; Appendix D: Philosophy Resources on the Internet; Appendix E: On Grading; Appendix F: Glossary of Philosophical Terms; Index.
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Substantially updated and revised, A.P. Martinich's best-selling text, Philosophical Writing: An Introduction, aims to help those with minimal experience in philosophy to think and write successfully. It helps students gain confidence in their essay-writing skills by improving their ability to present their knowledge and thoughts clearly. This updated edition includes new examples of the structures of a philosophical essay, new examples of rough drafts, tips on how to study for a test, and a new section on how to utilize the internet effectively. Written with clarity and wit, this is an indis.
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Philosophy-- Authorship.
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Philosophy-- Authorship.
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808.0661808/.0661
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B52.7 .M37 2005ebB52.7
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